Do you have what it takes to help keep the lights on for our customers in communities across the province? Then joining the Newfoundland Power team could be part of your next adventure…

Who We Are

At Newfoundland Power, we're passionate about delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity. Our roots in Newfoundland and Labrador go back over 140 years. Today, we're part of Fortis Inc., a leader in the regulated gas and electric utility industry in North America. We are proud to employ over 650 talented people who are among the best in the industry.

We are committed to ensuring a supportive, inclusive and diverse culture where everyone feels safe and valued for who they are. Together, we strive to create an environment which is free of discriminatory barriers, where everyone is treated respectfully and equitably so they can thrive and bring their whole selves to work.

Everything we do is guided by our core values: People, Safety, Service, Respect, Teamwork and Innovation. We believe in going above and beyond to serve our customers and giving back to the place we call home is a longstanding tradition held by our employees. This could be the opportunity for you to continue to grow and develop your career.

The Opportunity

Temporary - Full-time

As a valued member of our Operations team, you will be responsible for:

• Finding solutions to complex property issues related to the installation and replacement of electrical distribution lines.
• Preparing and procuring easement documents related to the installation and replacement of distribution infrastructure.
• Managing the work associated with Survey contractors to ensure the timely delivery of field work and easement documentation.
• Performing searches at the Registry of Deeds, the Registry of Crown Lands and the Supreme Court Registry to determine property ownership and the extent of property rights.
• Interacting and negotiating with customers regarding property rights for both existing and future infrastructure.
• Adhering to all property regulations and acquiring approvals and permits from the various department and agencies of the three levels of Government.
• Research, design, and implement solutions that promote company-wide modernization and improvements.
• Assist in the development/enhancement of technologies and applications through ESRI software such as ArcGIS, Survey123, Field Maps, and Dashboards to support field and office operations.
• Integrate survey, easement and other CAD data into GIS applications.

Your qualifications include:

• A diploma in Engineering Technology (Geomatics/Surveying preferred). Other relevant combinations of education and work experience may be considered.
• Membership or eligibility for membership with the Association of Newfoundland Land Surveyors would be considered an asset. A certificate in Geographic Information Systems would be considered an asset.
• Experience in preparing, interpreting, and/or managing easement documentation. Experience in conducting land title or deed searches.
• Familiarity with electrical distribution systems and associated infrastructure would be considered an asset.
• You have strong analytical and project management skills and can execute technical tasks with particular attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and AutoCAD is required. Familiarity in administering and maintaining ESRI software, such as ArcGIS, Survey123, and Field maps would be considered an asset.
• You are a highly motivated team player with a strong commitment to safety and customer service, an excellent work ethic, and effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• You must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle driver's license.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, please Apply or visit us online at https://careers.newfoundlandpower.com.

In support of our DEI commitment and to help us to confirm that we are reaching a wide source of qualified job seekers, we invite all applicants to provide self-identification information on a voluntary basis during the recruitment phase. More information on this process is provided within our job application tool.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation for any reason during the interview process, please let us know what you need, and it will be kept in confidence. For any questions, please contact [email protected].