Station Operator

Nlh; Churchill Falls; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Subsidized living accommodations

Job summary

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is seeking a Station Operator to oversee and inspect generation, transmission and distribution facilities at Churchill Falls. The role includes reading meters, preparing permits and reports, and supporting safety and environmental programs.

After two years in the classification and completion of the Corporation's training, you may temporarily fill the Senior Station Operator role as required.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Certificate as Power System Operator or equivalent.
• 1 year operating experience in a Hydro Electric Plant System after certification or completion of the Apprenticeship Program.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate and inspect generation, transmission and distribution facilities and report deficiencies.
• Prepare, check and verify work permits and switching orders; read meters and contribute to daily production reports.

Education

Journeyperson Certificate / Power System Operator

Class 5 driver's licence

Job description

At Hydro we work to foster positive work-life balance and offer remote or hybrid working arrangements for some positions based on the nature of work being performed and an assessment of other relevant factors.

Station Operator

Competition #: NLH-CF-26-099

Status: Permanent & Temporary

Location: Churchill Falls

Our employees are at the heart of what we do. We're looking for passionate and performance focused people – people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.

Key Responsibilities

• You will operate and carry out regular inspections of all generation, transmission and distribution facilities and identify and report deficiencies. You will prepare, check, and if necessary, complete and verify work permits, switching orders and associated forms. You will read and report KWH from meters and assist in the preparation of daily production reports and system trouble report. Upon completion of two (2) years service in the classification, and following completion of the Corporations training program, you will be assigned to temporarily fill the Senior Station Operator classification as required. All other duties as assigned.
• You will be responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and promoting the Corporation's Safety and Health Program. You will also be responsible for any environmental aspects of the job and performing work in an environmentally responsible manner.

What You'll Need

• You will have a Journeyperson Certificate as a Power System Operator, preferably through an Apprenticeship Program or an equivalent certificate recognized by the Corporation. You will have one (1) year experience, with Operations, in a Hydro Electric Plant System following certification or have completed the Corporation's Power System Operator Apprenticeship Program. You will have a thorough knowledge of all trade related safety and operating regulations and you must possess an appropriate valid Class 5 driver's licence.

Relocation Support

Churchill Falls is a company-owned town supporting the Churchill Falls Generating Station, one of the largest underground hydroelectric plants in the world. Relocation to Churchill Falls will be required. Relocation expenses and subsidized living accommodations are provided to the successful candidate. Visit our website to learn more about the community of Churchill Falls: www.churchillfalls.ca

CLOSING DATE: October 27, 2026

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