Shift Operator

Iroquois Falls Power is a gas turbine power plant located in Ontario. Strategically positioned to support regional energy needs, the facility contributes to reliable power generation in northern Ontario. The plant is equipped with LM6000 PD combustion turbines, steam turbines, heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), and mixed bed demineralizers, supporting efficient combined-cycle operation. The facility plays a key role in enhancing grid stability and providing dependable electricity to local communities.

Opportunity Summary

The Shift Operator at Iroquois Falls Power plays a key role in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of power plant systems, LM6000 PD Combustion Turbines, Steam Turbines, HRSGs, and Mixed Bed Demineralizers. This position involves monitoring and controlling plant processes from the control room, performing routine inspections, minor maintenance, and troubleshooting to support operation. The Shift Operator also collaborates with maintenance teams, maintains accurate operational logs, and follows established safety and procedural protocols to uphold overall plant performance.

Your scope of responsibility as Shift Operator will include the following primary functions:

• Start up, shut down, and operate power plant systems on a routine basis, including combined-cycle combustion turbines, heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), and water treatment systems.
• Monitor and control plant processes from the control room, adjust operating parameters, respond to alarms, and coordinate with field operators to ensure safe and efficient facility performance.
• Perform field work such as inspections, plant rounds, and water testing.
• Operate major auxiliary equipment such as air compressors, demineralized water systems, generator cooling systems, steam turbines, condensers, and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipment to support reliable plant operation.
• Prepare equipment for service by following established procedures and safety protocols to maintain compliance and a safe work environment.
• Comply with the Operating Engineers Act and Boiler and Pressure Vessels Act.
• Communicate with IESO and Hydro One to report outage events and request permission to commence transmission when output is available.
• Monitor and record operational parameters such as equipment temperature, vibration, hours of operation, pressure, and fluid levels using meters, gauges, or automated devices to verify optimal operating conditions.
• Conduct regular visual inspections and equipment walkdowns to identify abnormal conditions, malfunctions, or required adjustments, and report findings promptly.
• Maintain accurate logs documenting operational activities, equipment status, and any abnormalities encountered during the shift.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards during all operations, and participate in inspections, safety drills, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Assist maintenance teams during outages or scheduled work by preparing equipment and coordinating system isolation and restoration.
• Support troubleshooting of operational issues, including basic mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control system abnormalities, escalating complex problems to maintenance staff.
• Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to generate accurate work requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager, contributing to safe, reliable, and efficient facility operations.

NAES Safe

At NAES, safety is a core value. As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain alert and work safely at all times. Team members must observe all posted signage and comply with site-specific safety rules and procedures. Commitment to these safety responsibilities forms a key part of performance evaluations.

Working Relationships

The Shift Operator reports to the Chief Operating Engineer and takes general direction from other plant management. Additionally, this position will coordinate with all other plant personnel to ensure safe and reliable plant operations.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds).

Work is performed in a power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials. Employees may be exposed to fumes, extreme temperatures, elevated noise levels, and varying outdoor weather conditions, including heat near operating equipment.

Some duties may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, face shields, respirators, hearing protection, chemical-resistant suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Respirator fit testing may be required. Strict no-smoking policies apply in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All employees participate in a Fitness for Duty Programme, which includes a post-offer medical assessment and substance screening. Ongoing random testing may be conducted post-employment.

Work Schedule

The position currently operates on a primarily day shift schedule of approximately 10.5 hours but may be assigned to a rotating 12-hour shift as required to support continuous operations and ensure seamless shift transitions. This position may occasionally involve extended hours or flexible scheduling, including weekends and statutory holidays, depending on plant conditions and operational requirements.

Core Qualifications and Skills

We are seeking a qualified Operator with foundational experience in power generation and a commitment to safety and reliable plant operations.

• Operational skills are typically gained through completion of secondary school and a college diploma in Power Engineering, Power Plant Technology, or a related field. Provincial Power Engineering certification (2nd Class) is preferred.
• Proven track record in technician roles within power generation, with hands-on experience in operating and maintaining combustion turbines, steam turbines, auxiliary systems, and water treatment processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in journeyman-level operations, including startup, shutdown, and routine operations, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, and disassembling and reassembling plant components such as pumps, valves, and turbine-generators, as well as working with microprocessor and electronic systems.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of gas and steam turbine operations, Continuous Emission Monitoring (CEMS) systems, electrical systems, piping and instrument schematics, process controls, and inspection/recording of plant parameters.
• Skilled in interpreting and troubleshooting complex technical documentation, including blueprints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams, while documenting maintenance processes to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement in equipment performance and reliability.
• Thorough understanding of safety protocols, including Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, provincial safety requirements, and environmental compliance standards.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors, optimizing resources and ensuring timely project execution to support smooth plant operations and achieve maintenance objectives.
• Advanced problem-solving abilities with a strong foundation in technical writing and communication, coupled with mathematical aptitude to convey complex concepts and solutions clearly.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license in Canada and maintain it in good standing throughout employment.

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NAES Canada is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES Canada to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, colour, national or ethnic origin, genetic characteristics, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation, and for a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended which is protected by applicable local, provincial and federal law.