Shift Engineer (2nd Class)

Introduction

Atura Power is the largest fleet of combined cycle power plants in Ontario. Our facilities are located across the province including Napanee, Halton Hills, Toronto, and Windsor. This position is located at Napanee Generating Station (NGS) in Napanee ON. NGS is a combined cycle natural gas electric generating facility that creates 900 MW of electricity for the Ontario electricity market.

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Job Summary

Reporting to the Operations Manager/Chief Operating Engineer, the Shift Engineer will strive to enhance the province of Ontario’s quality of life by providing safe, clean, efficient, and reliable electricity. This role will be responsible for ensuring the safety of our employees and our neighbors, be a team player, possess strong leadership and analytical aptitude, show attention to detail, have excellent communication skills, be willing to take part in continuing education, be creative, think logically, have good problem-solving skills, and have excellent technical knowledge. This position is represented by the Power Workers Union.

Responsibilities

Typical duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to overseeing shift operations of the power plant, troubleshooting technical issues, and applying operational skills in maximizing energy production and efficiency. This includes the application of problem-solving skills in real-time, managing outage activities, and aiding in the development of and adherence to operation procedures. The position requires an operator with strong education, knowledge, and experience in the operation of power equipment, and its operational impact on station performance. Accountabilities will include overseeing the activities of assigned staff and planning, organizing, and assigning tasks to ensure the continuous safe, efficient, and economical operation of Napanee Generating Station.

In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Perform the function of Shift Engineer as defined by the Operating Engineer’s regulation Ontario Regulation 219/01
• Maintain the facility’s compliance with safety, environmental, NERC and commercial regulatory matters
• Oversee the daily operation of the facility during a 12hr rotating shift schedule
• Operate equipment safely and reliably, in accordance with O. Reg. 219/01. Execute start-up, shutdown and operation of the plant consistent with Atura Power operating procedures
• Daily work planning including (but not limited to) the following activities:
• Communications with the Commercial team, IESO, Hydro One and all other operations stakeholders
• Completion of Maximo work orders ensuring the adequacy of Assistant Shift Engineers Work Orders.
• Completion of all site documentation requirements including the Shift Engineer Log as required by OE Reg 219/01, ensuring completeness and accuracy according to all PEC procedures and policies.
• Shift changeover communication & documentation as necessary. Review of all shift logs from the Assistant Shift Engineer.
• Training of new employees
• Engagement of Atura Power personnel as required to support critical management system processes
• Oversee and carry out all operating, monitoring, and reporting activities for all units, common and auxiliary equipment, and systems associated with the CTG’s, HRSG’s, and Steam Turbine.
• Coordinate and prioritize shift work activities in conjunction with the planning/work management function.
• Acquire resources, as required, to meet changing/peak demand conditions.
• When required, perform the function of Chief Engineer in their absence.
• Administer and oversee LOTO.
• Administer Work Authorization, Job Safety Analysis.
• Adhere and operate according to all current NGS Operating and Off Normal Operating Procedures.
• Participate in the establishment and achievement of plant operational objectives
• Communicate effectively through our computerized maintenance management system and be familiar with PLC/DCS/HMI interfaces
• Responsibly perform various safety functions including lockout, hazard assessment/job safety analysis, active control of contractors
• Participate in routine preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment

Qualifications/Competencies:

• Recognized interprovincial 2nd Class Power (Operating) Engineer Certificate
• 3 Years experience in combined/simple cycle power plants preferred
• Team player attitude, ready to collaborate and participate

This position requires candidates to:

• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Provide a criminal background check for employment

Physical Requirements:

• Lift 50 pounds
• Ascend/descend 100’ of stairs multiple times during a 12 hour shift
• Climb ladders

Atura Power strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration, and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity. Atura Power seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

Atura Power offers competitive wages, benefits, and compliance with the current collective agreement. Our employees are company, community and environmentally focused. We thank all applicants in advance, only applicants selected for the interview process will be contacted.