Support Plant Superintendent Part-Time - Fort Good Hope - TERM to September 25, 2026

NTPC News; K’ásho Got’iné; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local utility company in K’ásho Got’iné is seeking a part-time Support Plant Superintendent to oversee power generation and distribution. The role involves managing safety compliance, supervising staff, and performing maintenance tasks. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, related mechanical or electrical experience, and good communication skills. This position offers a salary range of $42.96/hr to $52.18/hr plus additional location allowances and benefits.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick days

Defined benefits pension plan

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent GED plus one year of related mechanical or electrical experience or plant operator training.
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Excellent knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Computer skills to operate related software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
• Operate and maintain power generation equipment.
• Supervise and direct casual staff activities.
• Participate in improving safety and environmental programs.
• Respond to emergency events within the community.

Skills

Mechanical or electrical experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safety regulations knowledge

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent GED

Grade 10 education with mechanical/electrical experience

Job description

Overview

Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Plant Operations Dehcho Sahtu (DS), the support plant superintendent is responsible for the day to day operations and maintenance of the power generation and distribution facilities to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable supply of electricity to the community.

Responsibilities

• Always work safely, adhere to all aspects of the NTPC Health & Safety and Environmental programs, comply with all rules & regulations, and continually practice health & safety while performing any duties.
• Ensure the safety of other employees, contractors and the general public in the workplace by:
  • Reporting any failure to adhere to safety practises or rules
  • Providing detailed orientations and identification of hazards to all visitors
  • Removing hazards or make the workplace safe when leaving a work area
• Participate in the continuous improvement of the Health & Safety program, Environment program as well as NTPC’s safety culture.
• Operates and maintains power generation equipment and facilities in accordance with corporate procedures, performs daily plant inspections and reports, and ensures that routine and emergency repairs and maintenance are completed in a timely and efficient.
• Supervises and directs the activities of casual staff including hiring, site and safety orientation, assigning duties, supervising the completion of work.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment in the performance of work, maintains all tools, equipment, and vehicles in good working condition, and ensures compliance to all safety programs, health and safety legislation, and Corporation Safety Rules in the completion of work activities.
• Available to respond to emergency or corrective events within the community on a regular basis. This includes being within cell phone range and fit for duty while on stand-by.
• All other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (or equivalent GED) plus one year of related mechanical or electrical experience or plant operator training, OR a minimum of Grade 10 education with at least three (3) year's relevant mechanical or electrical experience. Equivalencies may be considered.

• Related journeyperson certification would be an asset.
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimum direct supervision in a location remote from the regional office.
• Good oral and written communication skills to maintain effective, open, and reliable communications with team members, customers, and community representatives.
• Administrative, supervisory, and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and assignments, direct the work of staff, and to provide documentation, reports, and recommendations to the regional office.
• Excellent knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Computer skills to operate a variety of software related to financial, administrative and reporting systems, email, internet, etc.
• First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.
• Must have a full Class 5 NWT driver’s license.
• Must provide satisfactory criminal record check.

This is a part-time position (15 hours/week). Salary for this position ranges from $42.96/hr. to $52.18/hr. plus approximately $17,793 in location allowance per annum. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental benefits, disability insurance, life insurance, paid sick days and a defined benefits pension plan. Relocation assistance may be provided.

Position location in Fort Good Hope, NT -- this is not a rotational/fly-in position.

Indigenous Employment Policy - Candidates must clearly identify eligibility status in order to receive priority consideration. We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.