Senior Engineer - Capital & Environment

The Opportunity Location : Trenton, NS Closing Date: February 23, 2025 Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power - Power Production - Trenton Generating Station Type of Employment : Regular, Full Time - On-site We are currently looking for a Senior Engineer - Capital and Environment to join our team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will lead our environmental management system (EMS) program and oversee capital projects at the Trenton Generating Station. This role involves ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, supporting plant operations, and driving continuous improvement in environmental performance. Key elements of this role include: As a Senior Engineer - Capital and Environment you will be responsible for the following: Environmental Management: Lead the plant's EMS program, ensuring compliance with regulatory approvals. This includes but is not limited to: Supporting plant personnel with procedures and documentation Preparing and presenting quarterly updates on plant EMS conditions Participating in corporate EMS meetings with plant representatives Coordination of mock environmental incidents Assisting with various preventative maintenance and monitoring programs including asbestos management, vegetation management, tank & piping assessments Completing annual reports required as per the Operating Approval Oversee environmental monitoring, reporting, and compliance programs of the plant. This position will liaise with our Environmental Services Team in Halifax and other departments and external regulatory agencies. Support plant personnel with procedures and documentation. Supporting the environmental aspects of operations, construction, and maintenance activities You will be project lead on various environmental capital projects Capital Projects: Develop and execute the plant's Capital Programs. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to outline project descriptions, and budgets. Plan resources, materials, construction, quality, budgeting, forecasting, regulatory requirements, and project close-out. Implement project management processes to ensure successful completion. Utilize Asset Management best practices for thermal generation system investments. Develop tracking procedures for capital projects and conduct field reviews. Maintain efficient deployment of the capital program. Support and Improvement: Provide engineering assistance for safety improvements, process enhancements, equipment modifications, and cost reduction initiatives. Assist with site supervision and auditing of contractor services. Assisting with project supervision and site auditing of contractor services. These skills will make you successful: You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below: Education and Experience: Completion of a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Environmental, Chemical, Geological, or Civil Engineering. Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in environmental management and project management. Professional Engineer designation and membership or eligibility for membership with Engineers Nova Scotia is considered an asset. Skills and Qualifications: Experience with environmental legislation at provincial and federal levels. Familiarity with ISO 14001 environmental management systems. Proficiency in database management, air quality management, and water quality management. Strong organizational skills with the ability to report clearly on outcomes. Excellent oral and written communication skills. High level of professionalism, strong work ethic, and demonstrated analytical skills. Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Valid Nova Scotia Driver's License. Personal Attributes: Enthusiastic team player who can collaborate effectively with diverse teams. Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Commitment to continuous improvement and environmental stewardship. At Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. The successful individual in this role will think strategically and exercise sound judgement, drive operational excellence for customers, cultivate innovation and embrace change but most importantly builds strong, collaborative relationships. We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we've listed above, please consider applying. Have a question or want to learn more about this opportunity? Contact Shaniel Smith - Learn more about our culture and values At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers. If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by February 23, 2025 and let us know why this role is right for you. The perks of joining our team? We offer: Health & Wellbeing : A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits. Grow Your Career : Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs. Community Engagement & Care : Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees. Competitive Compensation : Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers , Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers . We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation. Recruitment & Promotion Policy The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values . The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-08