The Opportunity
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Substation Operations, North East
Location: Truro/Stellarton, Nova Scotia
Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time
Salary: $50.83 per hour as per IBEW Collective Agreement Local 1928
Closing Date: September 17, 2026
Reference: 2026-5693
We are looking for a
Regional Planner System Maintenance to join our team. Reporting to the NE System Maintenance Supervisor, you will join a team of professionals at our
Truro/Stellarton location.
Key Elements Of This Role Include
As a member of the Substation Operations team,
- You will be responsible for developing and maintaining a long term equipment maintenance work plan including capital equipment upgrades and preventative and corrective maintenance for substations equipment, thermal and hydro generation equipment, customer owned equipment and telecommunications equipment.
- You will actively manage the work plan by setting priorities, identifying, sourcing and procuring required materials, and balancing financial and labour resources with safety and identifying and reporting barriers that may hinder completion of the plans objectives.
- The successful candidate will apply preventive maintenance schedules, will review test results and conduct site inspections to maintain quality assurance of equipment maintenance.
- In addition, you will write switching procedures, identify and scope capital requests, provide detailed cost estimates for internal and external customers and provide technical support for work crews.
- You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
- You will be required to participate in regulatory training and be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
- You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.
- This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.
- You must be flexible and be willing to locate your personal residence within 30 minutes of headquarters and be available for after hour emergency service restoration.
These Skills Will Make You Successful
To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:
- A Grade XII education or equivalent, a Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering Technology and/or an Industrial Electrician Certificate, familiarity with Standard Protection Code, Thermal/Hydro Plant Safe Work Permit and Code of Practices are required. A minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in transmission/distribution equipment, telecommunication equipment, underground equipment, or thermal/hydro generation equipment maintenance is preferred
- The successful applicant must be adaptable to change and a self-motivated individual who is committed to optimizing the work management and scheduling process.
- You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.
- A good working knowledge of computers, the work management and scheduling system, and electrical maintenance experience is preferred.
- This position will require you to manage the schedule of a unionized work force of technicians and electricians on a daily basis according to the IBEW/NSP Collective Agreement and NSP Human Resources Policies, while maintaining shop safety, environmental compliance, and productivity
- Previous experience in Planning would be a considerable asset
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.
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
September 17, 2026 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, access to a free on-site fitness centre, 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: A comprehensive benefits plan 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.
If you have any questions about this opportunity or if you are experiencing any technical difficulty with the application process, please email [email protected]