Operating Engineer

NES Fircroft; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an Operating Engineer in Cochrane, Ontario to assist in operating and maintaining the facility’s gas and steam turbine systems. You will monitor plant performance, oversee start-ups and shutdowns, perform inspections, and ensure regulatory compliance in a 24/7 power generation environment.

The role requires a 2nd Class TSSA certification or equivalent, experience with turbines, and a background in power engineering or related field.

Qualifications

• Valid 2nd Class TSSA certification or interprovincial equivalent with transfer eligibility.
• Experience operating steam and/or gas turbine systems is required.
• College diploma in power engineering, electromechanics or related field.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits, PLCs and heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant performance and support start-up/shutdown activities.
• Perform inspections and ensure regulatory compliance in a power facility.
• Interpret technical drawings, diagrams and operating procedures.
• Maintain Health & Safety procedures and ensure safe work practices.

Skills

TSSA 2nd Class

Gas & Steam Turbines

Power Plant Ops

Electrical & PLC

Safety Awareness

English Fluency

Education

College diploma in power engineering

Tools

MS Office

Adobe

Job description

Location:

Cochrane, Ontario

Please note:

This position is open to candidates who are legally authorized to work in Canada.

Position Summary

The Operating Engineer shall assist in the operation and maintenance of the facility’s power generation assets including gas and steam turbine systems, as directed by senior operations leadership.

Responsibilities include plant monitoring, start-up and shutdown, equipment inspections, and regulatory compliance within a power generation environment.

Rotating shift schedule as part of the organization’s move toward 24/7 continuous generation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Power (Operating) Engineer with valid 2nd Class certification by TSSA (or interprovincial equivalent with transfer eligibility)


• Experience in steam and/or gas turbine operations is required


• Certificate or diploma of collegial studies in power engineering, electromechanics, electrotechnology, processes and/or mechanics


• Knowledge and experience with electrical circuits, PLC, hydraulic circuits, and heavy machinery


• Experience with IESO, HONI, and TSSA processes an asset


• Must be able to interpret technical drawings (civil, mechanical, electrical), specifications, wiring diagrams, and operating procedures


• Basic knowledge of the operations of a power plant and good knowledge of Health & Safety procedures


• IT skills (MS Office, Adobe, etc.) an asset


• Excellent communication skills in English; working knowledge of French an asset

Attributes

• Makes appropriate recommendations according to analysis, problem solving, experience, and good judgement


• Pays special attention to quality, rigor, and details of the work done


• Effectively organizes and plans work time, priorities, and tasks


• Takes action in advance to avoid operational problems


• Is a team player


• Meets the physical requirements of the position


• Possesses a valid driver’s licence in good standing and is available for travel to perform the position, as may be required


• Impeccable integrity and physical readiness to perform the required tasks, which may be verified through a background check, at the company’s discretion