Support Plant Superintendent Part-Time - Fort Good Hope - TERM to September 30, 2026

Northwest Territories Power Corporation; K’ásho Got’iné; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional power provider in Fort Good Hope, NT seeks a part-time support plant superintendent. The role involves overseeing daily operations and maintenance of power facilities, ensuring safety, and supervising staff. Candidates require a high school diploma and mechanical or electrical experience, with essential communication and organizational skills. This position offers a salary between CAD 42.96 and CAD 52.18 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

Location allowance of approximately CAD 17,793 per annum

Qualifications

• High School diploma (or equivalent) with experience in mechanical or electrical work.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Good organizational skills to manage tasks and staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of the workplace and all personnel.
• Operate and maintain power generation equipment according to procedures.
• Supervise casual staff and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Safety regulations knowledge

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Supervisory skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent GED

First Aid and CPR certification

Tools

Computer software for financial and administrative tasks

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.

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