Plant Operating Engineer

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a qualified Power Engineer responsible for the operation and maintenance of critical high-pressure systems. Candidates must have a minimum of three years’ experience in a first-class plant, hold a valid Manitoba Second Class Power Engineer Certificate, and possess skills in instrumentation and electrical controls. This position also emphasizes safety and the ability to work in high-temperature environments. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to the health care of the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience as an Engineer in charge of a shift in a first-class plant.
• Experience with instrumentation and operating experience including minor troubleshooting with electrical and electronic industrial controls.
• High School education, Manitoba Standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of high pressure boilers and related equipment.
• Acts as Charge Engineer or Maintenance/Relief Engineer as needed.
• Provides assistance to the Charge Engineer as required.

Skills

Instrumentation and operating experience

Minor troubleshooting with electrical controls

Education

Complete High School education

Tools

Manitoba Second Class Power Engineer Certificate

Licenses as Instrument Technician, Millwright, Pipefitter, or Electrician

Job description

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Chief Power Engineer and Maintenance Manager and in accordance with the requirements of the Provincial Licensing Standard: Is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of high pressure boilers, refrigeration compressors, air compressors, diesel engines and generators, electric motors, pumps, turbines and all related equipment necessary to supply and deliver steam, chilled water, compressed air, emergency power, and fire main loop high pressure water to meet the requirements of the Centre. A 2nd class power engineer may work as either Charge Engineer or Maintenance/Relief Engineer: As Charge Engineer, he/she is in charge of plant operation as per the Power Engineers Act, and may perform minor maintenance and emergency repair within the Central Energy Plant. As Maintenance/Relief Engineer, he/she performs assigned maintenance work, and relieves the regular Charge Engineer when he/she is absent. Provides assistance to the Charge Engineer as required.

Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience as an Engineer in charge of a shift in a first-class plant, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with instrumentation and operating experience (including minor troubleshooting) with electrical and electronic industrial controls required.

Education

• Complete High School education, Manitoba Standards, preferred.

Certification and Licensure

• In accordance with the Regulations under the Power Engineers Act, the incumbent requires a valid and current Manitoba Second Class Power Engineer Certificate. Preference will be given to applicants with a license as an Instrument Technician, Millwright, Pipefitter, or Electrician.

Physical Requirements

• Must take extreme care in performance of tasks as in close contact with exposed high temperature piping, rotating equipment and high voltages.
• Work area is subject to high temperature, humidity and noise.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today. Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.