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 our Napanee Generating Station. Guided by our values, we are inclusive, we work safely, we are flexible, we look for ways to do things better, we always act with integrity.
Join the team that powers the province!
Opportunity:
Napanee Generating Station (NGS) requires a Day Shift Assistant Relief Operator (Assistant Shift Engineer) (DSARO). Reporting to the Chief Operating Engineer, the successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring the safety of our employees and our neighbors, be a team player, possess strong 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.
Duties:
Typical duties and responsibilities include but are not inclusive of shift operations of the power plant, feed water testing, 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.
In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Work on day shift Monday to Friday (40hr) 7:00am to 3:00pm with the ability to work 12-hour shift work for coverage purposes, ie. vacation, illness, training and other relief needs as requested.
- Operating and maintaining gas turbines, heat recovery steam generators, and associated ancillary equipment
- 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, and active control of contractors
- Participate in routine preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
- Contribute to outage planning and support.
- Operate equipment safely and reliable, in accordance with O. Reg. 219/01. Execute start-up, shutdown and operation of the plant consistent with Atura Power operating procedures.
Qualifications/Competencies:
- Recognized interprovincial 3rd or 2ndClass Power (Operating) Engineer Certificate
- Experience in combined/simple cycle power plants preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Lift 50 pounds,
- Ascend/descend 100' of stairs and ladders multiple times during a 12-hour shift
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 LGBTQ+ persons.