Operator – Hydroelectric Energy - Jobs and employment opportunities in Canada - jobs-ca.com

Why should you join our team?
Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is an independent renewable energy producer with an extensive and growing portfolio of assets in Canada, the United States, France and Chile. The Corporation develops, acquires, owns and operates hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage facilities.
Job Description
Why should you join our team?
Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is an independent renewable energy producer with an extensive and growing portfolio of assets in Canada, the United States, France and Chile. The Corporation develops, acquires, owns and operates hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage facilities.
For more than 30 years, Innergex has believed in a world where abundant renewable energy promotes healthier communities and creates shared prosperity. We are convinced that generating power from renewable sources will lead the way to a better world. We remain committed to responsible growth that balances people, our planet, and prosperity. We believe in offering an engaging, inclusive and supportive work environment where each team member can thrive.
Your contribution
Reporting to the Senior Manager - Operations and Maintenance and/or the Site Supervisor, the Operator works in a team environment with a multi-skilled crew. They operate and maintain run-of-river hydroelectric facilities in accordance with company and regulatory requirements. This is a remote camp position with a shift schedule of 8 days on, 6 days off with paid travel days.
Your day-to-day
Operations
Monitor power plant(s) for efficiency and reliability either locally or remotely.
Respond to and resolve alarms to ensure safe and continuous operation.
Ensure that power plants are utilizing water efficiently and in accordance with the operating permit.
Monitor for general facility and equipment conditions while on site. Rectify minor items as they arise. Report items that can’t be rectified immediately.

Maintenance
Use industry best practices while performing maintenance tasks.
Adapt to situations where tasks may not have detailed step ‑ by ‑ step instructions, using sound judgement to complete work safely and effectively.
Execute preventive and corrective work orders as assigned through the Maintenance program.
Work with and assist other trades or contractors as required.
Interpret engineering drawings and documents in support of maintenance and operations tasks.
Apply knowledge and logic in troubleshooting operating anomalies.

Administration
Record maintenance activities as they progress.
Order parts and materials as they are consumed or as the need arises.
Update documentation that supports ongoing operations such as powerhouse, fluid, and equipment logs.
Attend training as scheduled and submit records as required.

Equipment and Facilities
Operate equipment and tooling according to company standards.
Maintain facilities, yards and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.

Health & Safety and Compliance
Adhere to Innergex Health & Safety standards and programs by:
Completing hazard assessments and field level risk assessments before starting work
Using appropriate company supplied PPE
Maintaining situational awareness and identifying changing site conditions that could affect workers, equipment, or public safety
Participating in safety meetings, inspections, drills, and incident reviews as required
Stopping work when unsafe conditions are identified and escalating concerns through the appropriate channels
Act safely, honestly, respectfully, and ethically in all work activities while complying with company policies, regulatory requirements and the Innergex Code of Ethics.

Your skills, our requirements
3-5 plus years' experience working in a related field.
Red Seal certification as a Millwright or other relevant trade or equivalent experience.
A valid driver's licence. Class 1 or 3 driver’s license with airbrake endorsement is an asset
Experience interpreting engineering drawings and documents.
Experience with equipment such as, but not limited to boats, snowmobiles, snowcats and chainsaw operations may be required for some sites.
Ability to work independently in a remote industrial environment requiring:
Vehicle and equipment operations on forest service roads and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Moving heavy items sometimes exceeding 50 lbs.
Work in and around water and/or on uneven ground.
Work from ladders or scaffold s.
Work in confined spaces.