Shift Supervisor PE2 - Term

Position Description

Are you a self-starter always thinking of better ways to do things? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team focused on providing top-quality services to customers? If yes, please keep reading! As a member of Serco’s dynamic team, your expertise and collaborative skills will make a positive impact towards our military defense and safety of our soldiers.

As the Royal Canadian Air Forces’ prime service provider at 5 Wing Goose Bay, Labrador, our team delivers comprehensive air operations, emergency services, logistics and engineering expertise to the Department of National Defence. We work on behalf of DND’s “no fail” mission at Goose Bay: supporting NORAD operations for the projection of air power on the north and northeast coasts of Canada, while supporting military training for the Canadian Armed Forces, Allies and NORAD.

You will be part of a team that works closely with the military customer and other Serco teams to deliver quality and efficient services to DND. The Serco team has been recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 4 years in a row and received the prestigious Atlantic Canadian Aerospace and Defence Association Industry Excellence Recognition Award for Gender and Diversity Excellence.

This is a “term” position. Your employment will commence upon completion of background checks and the agreed upon start date. The position is anticipated to last for a two (2) months with the possibility of an extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the operation of the CHP and remote boilers, control systems, and auxiliary equipment such as Air Compressors, Water Softener Plant and other plant equipment to meet steam demand loads for all facilities connected on the Steam distribution system.
• Monitor and inspect plant equipment to ensure efficient, safe operation of all related equipment/systems.
• Maintain logs as directed and record all conditions concerning the Plant.
• Direct subordinate employees in performance of section tasks and responsibilities.
• Oversee all activities of other trades personnel who may be working in the Plant.
• Review and schedule work priorities, assign personnel, resources and materials to complete jobs and work orders, in a manner consistent with quality, time and cost requirements so as not to affect the operational requirements of the steam generation.
• Perform minor mechanical tasks, and maintenance on plant equipment while on shift.
• Analyze and record instrument readings and equipment malfunctions and make adjustments or minor repairs as required.
• Inspect work site regularly for adherence to safety standards, plans and schedules.
• Preparation of cost estimates for CHP system repairs when required.
• Recommend and implement approved changes to work methods, procedures and equipment to improve efficiency, and effectiveness within the CHP.
• Ensure staff is properly trained in duties, procedures and policies.
• Train apprentices to Power Engineer standard and endorse appropriate documentation.
• Participate in assigned training/certification to perform work of the contract.
• Perform hands on work in support of section service delivery objectives.
• Responsible for performance management of subordinate employees, including authority to initiate corrective action in line with HR approval model.
• Ensure all assigned deliverables and other reports are completed accurately and on time.
• Ensure that standards for the accomplishment of short-term priorities are clearly articulated to staff and that resources are made available to achieve the standard.
• Communicate key business objectives to front-line staff.
• Visibly demonstrate Serco Values and work practices and ensure that all staff across the organization are practicing these Values daily.
• Other related duties relevant to this position as may be required.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Preference will be given to the candidate with a Second-Class Certificate valid in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador or a Third-Class Power Engineering Certificate of Competency valid in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, actively working towards a Second-Class Competency in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
• Three years’ experience as a shift supervisor in a heating and power plant.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 NL Driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Enhanced Reliability security clearance is required. May be required to upgrade to Secret Level II (dependent upon customer’s security requirements).
• Excellent computer skills in MS Office suite.
• Comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own discipline and knowledge of others.
• Ability to evaluate risk and related mitigation strategies.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test.
• Ability to obtain a driver’s abstract.
• Communicates effectively – able to articulate ideas in a clear and persuasive manner.
• Supervises people effectively – follows through with performance management including objective setting, regular feedback and review.
• Possess a Basic understanding of Project Management Principles and how to apply them successfully.

Hourly Rate: $61.89 Hours per week: 40 hours

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.