Mobile Equipment Operator

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is seeking a Mobile Equipment Operator for our Churchill Falls location. You will operate the Corporation's mobile equipment and support civil/earthworks, snow clearing, and fuel transfers while upholding safety standards.

You must hold a Journeyperson Certificate as a Heavy Equipment Operator, have Apprenticeship training, and possess valid Class I and Class 5 licenses. This is a temporary posting with potential for reassignment based on needs.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Certificate as a Heavy Equipment Operator (apprenticeship).
• Valid Class I and Class 5 driver’s licences required.
• Thorough knowledge of trade safety and operating regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment used by the Corporation, including site, town and airport duties.
• Promote safety and health program and perform work in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Coordinate snow clearing, runway condition reporting, and transfer of bulk fuels and oils.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Education

Journeyperson Certificate as Heavy Equipment Operator

Job description

Mobile Equipment Operator

Competition #: NLH-CF-26-104

Status: Temporary

Location: Churchill Falls

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.

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:

• Mobile Equipment Operators are responsible for operating all mobile equipment common to the Corporation's requirements as well as; company, town and airport, and including, but not limited to duties associated with; the coordination of civil/earth works' snow clearing operations; runway condition reports to appropriate agencies; and transfer of bulk fuels and oils. 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 hold a Journeyperson Certificate as a Heavy Equipment Operator, through an Apprenticeship Program and you shall have a thorough knowledge of all trade related safety and operating regulations. You must also possess a valid Class I and Class 5 driver's licence.

CLOSING DATE: November 12, 2026

We're looking for energy we can count on!

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

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.