Safety Co-op (Continuous Improvement & Safety Programs)

The Opportunity
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Corporate Safety
Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia and Halifax, Nova ScotiaNumber of positions: 2
Type of Employment: Temporary, Full-Time (Winter 2027 Co-op Term: January - April 2027)
Closing Date: October 5, 2026

Are you passionate about creating safer workplaces, improving processes, and helping organizations build a strong safety culture?

Nova Scotia Power is hiring for two Safety Co-op opportunities within our Corporate Safety team for the Winter 2027 term. These roles offer students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting safety programs, continuous improvement initiatives, and enterprise-wide safety management systems.

We are seeking students interested in one of the following streams:

1. Safety Continuous Improvement Co-op

• Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
• Ideal for students in Industrial Engineering or related disciplines interested in process improvement, systems thinking, analytics, and operational excellence.

2. Safety Programs Co-op

• Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia
• Ideal for students in Occupational Health & Safety or related disciplines interested in safety programs, training, safety management systems, and employee engagement.

During your work term, you'll contribute to projects that support Nova Scotia Power's Safety Management System (SMS), safety programs, risk management processes, digital platforms, and employee education initiatives. You'll work alongside experienced safety professionals while helping advance a proactive safety culture across the organization.

What you'll do:

Depending on your assigned stream, you may have the opportunity to:

Safety Continuous Improvement Co-op (Halifax)

• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to Nova Scotia Power's Safety Management System (SMS).
• Analyze safety-related processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and user experience.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytics using Power BI.
• Support automation initiatives using Microsoft Power Apps and other digital tools.
• Explore opportunities to leverage AI-enabled technologies to improve safety processes and information management.
• Assist with the collection, organization, and analysis of safety data and performance metrics.
• Support workshops and improvement projects focused on operational excellence and safety performance.

Safety Programs Co-op (Sydney)

• Support the development and enhancement of Nova Scotia Power's Safety Programs and Risk Registry.
• Assist with the development of safety resources, educational materials, and training content.
• Support the administration and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System.
• Assist with the maintenance of digital information platforms used to communicate safety programs and resources.
• Promote employee awareness and engagement through safety initiatives and communications.
• Collaborate with safety professionals to support program implementation and continuous improvement efforts.

Both Positions

• Collaborate with safety and operational teams to support departmental objectives.
• Participate in team meetings, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and project activities as assigned.

Who you are:

We're looking for curious, motivated students who are passionate about safety, continuous improvement, and making a positive impact in the workplace. You will be a strong candidate if you:

• Are currently enrolled in the first or second year of a two-year Occupational Health & Safety diploma program, or in a related undergraduate program such as Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline, and are participating in a co-op program.
• Possess strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Are comfortable working with data, documentation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Have excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrate initiative, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
• Have strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

For the Safety Continuous Improvement Co-op (Halifax), experience or coursework related to Power BI, Microsoft Power Apps, automation, process improvement, data analytics, AI tools, or continuous improvement methodologies would be considered a strong asset.

For the Safety Programs Co-op (Sydney), an interest in workplace safety, safety management systems, training development, employee engagement, and safety program administration would be considered a strong asset.

What we offer:

• Networking & Growth: Join a network of current and former co-op students and build connections through events such as keynote speaker series, coffee chats, volunteer opportunities, and social activities.
• Comprehensive Onboarding: Start your term with confidence through our engaging onboarding program, which includes facilitated group orientation sessions, a Student Handbook, and a Technology Guide designed to set you up for success from day one.
• Community Engagement & Giving Back: Get involved through mentoring opportunities, employee resource groups, volunteer programs, fundraising-matching initiatives, and various committees that support the communities where we live and work.
• Meaningful Project Experience: Contribute to initiatives that support safety performance, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
• Hands-On Learning & Development: Gain practical experience working with safety management systems, safety programs, risk management processes, training resources, digital platforms, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentorship & Professional Exposure: Learn from experienced safety professionals while developing valuable skills in safety management, stakeholder collaboration, project coordination, process improvement, and organizational effectiveness.

Click here to learn what some of our current & former students have to say about their experience with us!

Learn more about our culture & values:

At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help Emera to safely deliver cleaner, reliable energy to our customers and we'll help you become a leader of tomorrow! If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you.

Sound like the right opportunity for you? Here's How You Apply:

Apply by Monday, October 5, 2026 and let us know why this role is right for you by:

• Clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button in this job posting.
• Attaching your resume, cover letter or motivation, and your transcript as one single file.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach us at [email protected]

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.