Thermal Plant Operator

Nalcor Energy; Holyrood; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is seeking a Thermal Plant Operator to maintain boilers, turbines, and auxiliary equipment at the 500‑MW Holyrood oil-fired generating station.

Applicants should have a Power Engineer certificate (3rd class) and 5–7 years of operating experience, plus related technical training. The role emphasizes safety, health, and environmental responsibility within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• Power Engineer certificate (3rd class) with competency.
• 5–7 years of operating experience in an oil-fired thermal generating plant; related educational training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain power boilers, turbines and auxiliary equipment at a 500‑megawatt oil-fired thermal generating station as per regulations.
• Promote safety and environmental stewardship under the company's Health and Safety program.

Skills

Power Engineer

Safety awareness

Education

Power Engineer certificate (3rd class)

Three-year Mechanical Engineering Technology program (Power Engineering)

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.

Opportunities, Growth, Job Satisfaction...Join the Hydro Team.

Thermal Plant Operator

Competition #: NLH-RE-26-123

Status: Term

Location: Holyrood

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.

GENERAL DUTIES:

You will maintain power boilers, turbines and auxiliary equipment associated with a 500-megawatt oil-fired thermal generating station as per the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Regulations.

You are responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and promoting the company's Safety and Health Program and will be responsible for environmental aspects of the job and performing work in an environmentally responsible manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

You have graduated high school, and are a Power Engineer with a minimum third class certificate of competency, in addition to 5-7 years experience in an operating environment. Related experienced in oil-fired thermal generating plant, as well as successful completion of a three-year Mechanical Engineering Technology program (Power Engineering) from a recognized technical institute is considered an asset.

CLOSING DATE: September 4, 2026

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Wondering what to expect when starting a career at Hydro?

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is the people’s utility that you can count on – providing safe, cost-conscious, reliable electricity while harnessing sustainable energy opportunities to benefit the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they’re part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger. There’s lots to learn at www.nlhydro.com

Our companyvalues diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.