Hydro Plant Operator

Competition Number: NLH-RE-24-115

Closing Date: August 08, 2024

Line of Business: Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro

Work Location: Bay D’Espoir

At Hydro we work to foster positive work-life balance and offer remote or hybrid working arrangements for some positions based on the nature of work being performed and an assessment of other relevant factors.

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Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is focused on delivering safe, reliable service to power our customers. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes for our customers, the people and businesses of this province. We pride ourselves on being strong and steady, tried and true; while innovating in our approaches to our business. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they’re part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger.

We’re looking for passionate and performance focused people – people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.

Hydro Plant Operator

Competition #: NLH-RE-24-115

Status: Permanent

Location: Bay d’Espoir

General Duties:

You will operate the generating plant and perform regular inspections of all generation, transmission and distribution facilities and report deficiencies; you will prepare, check and carry out switching orders and observe indicating and recording instruments to ensure adequate flow of electric power to meet demand and to prevent overloading on generating and associated systems; you will periodically inspect support structures and associated equipment to detect deterioration or malfunction; you will participate as a member of the plant emergency organization and respond to all plant emergencies. ­You may be required to work at heights up to 10m. All other duties related to or associated with this classification.

­You are responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and promoting the Corporation’s Safety and Health Program.­ You are responsible for any environmental aspects of the job and performing work in an environmentally responsible manner.

Required Qualifications:

You have graduated from high school supplemented with a journeyperson certificate as a Power System Operator through the Corporation’s Apprenticeship program. Shall have a thorough knowledge of all regulations and safety rules. Must possess an appropriate valid driver’s license.

­Closing Date: August 8, 2024

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro manages our province’s electricity system. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes because we know our customers are counting on us. Through our generation, transmission and distribution operations, we’re committed to meeting the needs of our customers and providing residents, businesses and communities across the province with safe, reliable power. For more information, visit www.nlhydro.com

Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro