Operator - Hydroelectric Energy
- Rivière-Saint-Jean, QC, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Electromechanic, in electrical systems, automation, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
- Posting language
- English
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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 day-to-day!
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 day-to-day!
- Operate the hydroelectric facility as the Plant Operator, ensuring proper monitoring and maintenance.
- Optimize the performance and power generation of the hydroelectric facility.
- Perform daily, monthly, and annual maintenance and repair work on plant equipment, buildings, and site infrastructure.
- Investigate and respond to alarms generated by the hydroelectric facility, taking all necessary actions to resolve issues and minimize downtime (24/7 availability required while on duty).
- Oversee and support specialized contractors during maintenance activities and major projects.
- Serve as a point of contact with municipal and government authorities, stakeholders, and visitors to the facility, as required.
- Apply and ensure compliance with internal procedures, as well as health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations, by all employees and contractors under their responsibility.
- Operate certain heavy equipment.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Electromechanic, in electrical systems, automation, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
- Diploma in Electromechanics or an equivalent technical qualification.
- Good physical condition.
- Flexibility and versatility.
- Proficiency in using a laptop computer and Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of SCADA systems is considered an asset.
- Bilingualism (French and English, both spoken and written) is required to ensure ongoing collaboration with various stakeholders outside Québec on a regular basis.
- The position is based at Rivière Saint-Jean or Clarke City, QC.
- This position is an O3 level.
- Three weeks vacation to start and paid vacations during the holiday season.
- 100% Innergex-funded medical insurance from day one of employment, including primary care services through dialogue (or telemedicine) for permanent positions.
- Group retirement plans with employer participation.
- 100% Employer-funded Wellness Account.
- Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program.
- Career development opportunities.
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Responsibilities
Operate and maintain the hydroelectric facility, optimize its performance and power generation, and respond to alarms to resolve issues and minimize downtime. Coordinate contractors and facility stakeholders, operate certain heavy equipment, and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and internal requirements.
Requirements
Requires at least five years of experience in electromechanics, electrical systems, automation, industrial maintenance, or a related field, along with a diploma in electromechanics or an equivalent technical qualification. Candidates must be physically fit, flexible, proficient with laptops and Microsoft Office, and bilingual in spoken and written French and English; SCADA knowledge is an asset.
Skills
- Hydroelectric Facility Operations
- Equipment Monitoring and Maintenance
- Power Generation Optimization
- Electromechanics
- Electrical Systems
- Automation
- Industrial Maintenance
- Troubleshooting and Alarm Response
- Equipment Repair
- Contractor Oversight
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Environmental Compliance
- SCADA Systems
- Microsoft Office
- French and English Bilingualism
Benefits
- Three Weeks of Vacation
- Paid Holiday-Season Vacation
- Medical Insurance
- Telemedicine Services
- Employer-Funded Wellness Account
- Electric Vehicle Incentive Program
- Career Development Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Energy
- Trades
- Engineering
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Renewable Energy
- Hydroelectric Power
- Hydroelectric Facility
- Plant Operations
- Power Generation
- Facility Maintenance
- Electromechanics
- Electrical Systems
- Automation
- Industrial Maintenance
- SCADA
- Alarm Response
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment Repair
- Heavy Equipment
- Contractor Coordination
- Health and Safety
- Environmental Regulations
- Microsoft Office
- French
- English