First Class Power Engineer

In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. 

ACCOUNTABILITY :

• Provides direct supervision to the Shift Operating Engineers and prioritize maintenance activities in the Utilities area.
• In accordance with the Operating Engineers Act conducts daily work activities in support of HSE objectives and policies. Uses personal accountability to assist with carrying out duties, responsibilities and authority as defined in HSE programs, practices and procedures. Understand HSE policies and programs. Works safely with respect to health and environmental requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1/ Supervises the operation of Utilities equipment (boiler plant, refrigeration plant, air plant, as well as water and waste water systems, firewater and cooling towers)

• Supervises/manages the Assistant Shift Engineers and Utilities operations in all plant areas.
• Prioritizes maintenance activities for the Utilities area.
• Conducts inspection of critical equipment.
• Advises on recommended changes to systems and procedures.
• Complies with TSSA Boiler and Pressure Vessel regulations.
• Interacts with other departments to ensure sufficient quantities and quality of Utility Services, (i.e. steam, air, water, etc.) are provided.
• Administers the rules and regulations of the Operating Engineers Act under the Province of Ontario for the Niagara PVC plant.
• Responsible for meeting Plant Quality System responsibilities and quality and service requirements for customers, including ISO 9001 Quality standards.

2/ Works with Utilities leadership groups to optimize employee relations, morale and personal development in Utilities Department

• Establishes and achieves departmental objectives and operating philosophies.
• In coordination with Human Resources, develops action plans to address / resolve employee problems and concerns.
• Conducts performance reviews and performance planning for subordinates. Recommends specific training requirements for employees.

3/ Practices and promotes Quality Management and Safe Working Principles

• Conducts periodic / random inspections of equipment and reports deficiencies as well as ensures repairs are made or equipment is replaced in a timely manner.

• Conducts insurance inspections, liaisons with various inspectors and acts on their recommendations.
• Oversees and maintains the fire equipment, ensuring equipment is in good working condition or recommendations are made for replacement.
• Conducts daily work activities in support of HSE objectives and policies. 

• Uses personal accountability to assist with carrying out duties, responsibilities and authority as defined in HSE programs, practices and procedures. Understand HSE policies and programs.
• Works safely with respect to health and environmental requirements.

• Attends in-house safety training and monthly safety meetings, as well as participates in the safety Observer program.
•  Participates in board of reviews and HAZOP analyses as required.
• Completes all Management of Change (MOC) documentation.

• Completes and receives approval for all Management of Change documentation and check sheets.
•  Completes bid analysis. Implements approved project modifications; orders project materials, co-ordinates permits and contractor crews within the operations schedule.
•  Prepares documentation, completes testing of modifications and prepares a close-out report.
• Prepares operating procedures.
• Mentors a staff of Operating Engineers.