system operator - electrical power systems

Nova Scotia Power Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Power in Ragged Lake, NS, is seeking a Systems Operator - Transmission to join the Control Center Operations team in a permanent, full-time role. You will be accountable for safe and reliable dispatch of the transmission system and connected facilities, following NPCC and NERC standards.

The position requires operating SCADA, maintaining logs, and directing switching actions, with a 12-hour rotating shift and availability for emergency restoration or contingency response.

Qualifications

• Operate and dispatch the transmission system within SOL/IROL limits.
• Maintain accurate logs and follow NSPI procedures and Reliability Coordinator directives.
• Complete System Operator Training to Transmission level and obtain NERC certification.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation and dispatch of transmission facilities and interconnected tie line.
• Direct switching and reactive source control to maintain voltage and stability.
• Direct corrective actions, including load reductions, during abnormal conditions as required.
• Operate SCADA tools and maintain discipline in shift log entries.

Skills

SCADA knowledge

Log maintenance

Emergency response

NERC standards

Education

Electrical power engineering degree

Tools

SCADA

PI System

Control Centre database

FM Radio

Job description

system operator - electrical power systems

The OpportunityCompany, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Control Center OperationsLocation: Ragged Lake, NS - On-siteType of Employment: Regular, Full-timeSalary: $60.76 hourly, as per the IBEW Collective AgreementClosing Date: August 27, 2026

We are currently looking for a Systems Operator - Transmission to join our Customer Experience & Innovation team in a permanent position. Reporting to the System Control Manager, you will work with a team of professionals at our Ragged Lake location.

Key elements of this role include:

As a System Operator - Transmission:

• You will be accountable for the safe and reliable operation and dispatch of all transmission and connected facilities and the interconnected tie line.
• You will operate and maintain both the transmission system and its connected equipment within normal and emergency operating limits. You will also assist the energy system operator in the operational and dispatch of generation within the parameters established by NSPI in accordance with NPCC and NERC standards.
• You will be responsible for the secure and reliable operation of the transmission system without exceeding system operation limits (SOL) and interconnection operating limits (IROL), directing re-dispatch of generation to maintain corridor limits and directing field personnel as required.
• You will be responsible for switching and directing all reactive sources to maintain system voltage and stability.
• You will operate within scheduled tie-line flows and respond to generation/transmission contingencies within the Maritimes Area
• You must observe all directives, guidelines and procedures as issued by the Reliability Coordinator for the Maritimes Area (NBSO)
• You must maintain accurate and detailed logs
• You have the responsibility and the authority to direct corrective action, including load reduction, necessary to ensure the stable and reliable, operation of the NSPI Bulk Electric System during normal and emergency conditions. Such conditions may be taken to prevent or alleviate System Operating Limits, Interconnection Reliability Operating Limit violations, capacity energy emergencies or to prevent voltage collapse when reactive resources are insufficient.
• You will understand and operate: SCADA (including; load flow, contingency analysis, automatic generation control (AGC), PI System, FM Radio, and Control Centre database applications
• You must be capable of interpreting color coded system information.
• You will know and understand all NSPI operating criteria, procedures, and guidelines related to the Transmission System Operator area of responsibility.
• As the Standard Protection Code (SPC) "Control Authority" you will be responsible for issuing hold-offs and isolation-permits as well as developing, issuing, approving, and directing switching procedures.
• You must always maintain your SPC CA certification.
• You are responsible for final approval for switching transmission equipment out of service and response to unplanned transmission outages.
• You must successfully complete Nova Scotia Power's System Operator Training program to the level of Transmission System Operator.
• NERC Certification is a requirement of this position, and the successful candidate must become NERC certified.
• You must be committed to participation in the NERC Continuing Education Program by acquiring the required number of CE hours to maintain your Certification. The Continuing Education program includes on-shift self-study and attendance at training meetings outside of the normal shift cycle. The certified system operator is responsible for retaining appropriate documentation for proof of credential maintenance.
• You will function effectively in a 12-hour rotating shift environment, working an average of 42 hours per week depending on shift assignments.
• You will be available to work additional shifts for emergency restoration or to support the continued operation of the desk.
• The most recent Transmission System Operator hired for the desk fills the role of t

• Location Halifax , NS
• Work location On site
• Salary $ 30.00 to $ 75.55 HOUR hourly
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• vacancies 1 vacancy

Advertised until

2026-09-12