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Type of job
Full-time position
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Position Title:
Engineer/Specialist in Asset Management – Focused on Reliability and Performance
Employer and Division:
Nova Scotia Power – Enterprise Asset Management
Workplace:
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Job Type:
Full-time Regular – Hybrid Schedule
Application Deadline
March 12, 2028
Reference Number: 2024-2658
Opportunity:
A top Canadian firm(Nova Scotia Power: Enterprise Asset Management) is seeking an Asset Management Engineer – specializing in Reliability and Performance for the Risk & Reliability Team in Enterprise Asset Management.
In this role, you will report to the Asset Performance Manager and be responsible for overseeing asset performance data and essential elements for risk profiles of generation assets across Nova Scotia Power’s fleet.
Your duties will include assisting power production and asset management teams with investment planning, equipment reporting, and the Fuel Adjustment Mechanism.
The position requires a proactive approach to identifying improvement opportunities and driving process enhancements, potentially through automation.
Benefits of working as an asset Engineer at Nova Scotia Power
At Nova Scotia Power, they believe that their employees are the most valuable asset. Therefore, they are dedicated to generating and distributing energy in a safe manner to customers throughout Nova Scotia.
The focus on working together, thinking creatively, and striving for sustainability is leading them towards a more environmentally friendly and intelligent energy landscape.
They are seeking individuals who share our values to come on board.
A program designed to provide support and resources for employees to help them with personal or work-related issues.
Competitive Compensation includes short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
Emera is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People, and Top Diversity Employers.
They value and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from diverse backgrounds such as racial minorities, Indigenous individuals, persons with disabilities, women in non-traditional roles, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these groups can self-identify during the online application process.
Emera also supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourages them to request accommodation when needed.
Extended health care refers to additional medical services and treatments beyond what is covered by basic health insurance is also assured.
This also include an extensive benefits package includes round-the-clock virtual health services through Dialogue for employees and their families, access to an on-site gym at no charge, Employee and Family Assistance Program, additional support for parental leave, and wellness perks.
Joining the team means being part of a workplace culture that prioritizes safety above all else, ensuring that everyone returns home safely every day.
They believe that leadership is not limited to senior team members only, but that all employees can be leaders.
The aim is to enhance their team members’ skills and capabilities through various growth and mentorship opportunities to drive the success of their business and groom future leaders.
This encompasses involving the community and showing care as well:
Corporate support in the communities where their staff members reside and work, mentorship programs, matching funds for fundraising, volunteer initiatives, diverse committees and employee support groups, as well as scholarships available to employees’ children.
Also helping out in the communities where they reside and work across the province is significant to us Nova Scotians.
Advance your career:
There are opportunities for growth within and across our affiliate companies, with a strong emphasis on employee development and access to sponsored education programs.
Create a one-of-a-kind career that matches your individuality by joining us in making a difference from Atlantic Canada to global markets.
Your unique background and skills will play a vital role in their mission to provide clean and dependable energy to our customers in a secure manner.
The Emera Company believes in the importance of its employees in achieving success, as they are a dedicated team that upholds the company’s mission and values.
Their recruitment policy aims to establish a fair and consistent approach to attract, hire, and retain top talent for job vacancies.
They are committed to ensuring a just hiring process that offers equal opportunities to all applicants and is aligned with the company values.
They view the diversity within their team as a valuable asset, and are committed to further enhancing and embracing it with input and support from the employees regarding what matters most to them.
Flexibility is offered in the form of a hybrid work model that includes two remote workdays with flexible options.
Essential components of this position entail:
(1) Monitoring the reliability of generation equipment in power production facilities by consistently communicating with operations staff to determine the main reasons behind outages or reduced equipment performance.
(2) Head of the technical team responsible for the Generation Availability Analysis reporting within GE’s Asset Performance Management module.
(3) Evaluating the performance of generation equipment and generating monthly reliability reports can be done using software like Excel and Tableau.
(4) Supervising adherence to scheduled maintenance plans and discovering possibilities for improving maintenance strategies.
(5) Monthly reports on hydroelectric generation production compilation.
Skills needed as an engineer to stand a chance at Nova Scotia Power Enterprise
(1) Motivated individual who contributes actively within a team dynamic.
(2) You possess strong planning and organizational abilities, are adept at prioritizing tasks, finishing them promptly, and are capable of working autonomously.
(3) Proven ability to lead by developing strategic partnerships among various departments.
(4) You have proven yourself to be adept at finding solutions to problems.
(5) Your excellent communication and facilitation skills, along with your strong dedication to customer service, set you apart.
(6) Possessing an engineering degree and being a member of or eligible for membership with Engineers Nova Scotia is required.
(7) Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in plant maintenance, reliability, or asset management positions.
(8) Alternatively, a different educational background combined with substantial utility experience may be considered.
(9) Relevant experience in a plant maintenance, reliability, or asset management role in a utility organization or other heavy industrial environment.
(10) Skilled in using a computerized maintenance management system and proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite.
(11) Candidates must possess strong communication abilities, keen attention to detail, and knowledge of Plant Maintenance, Plant Operations, or Power Production Engineering.
(12) Proficiency in DirectLine, Maximo, GE APM, Tableau, and/or performance analytics is advantageous. Familiarity with CEA and NERC reporting standards would also be beneficial.