Chief Power Engineer

We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Chief Power Engineer within our Chemical Manufacturing Facility located in Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada.

Essential Job Duties:

• Ensures that all utilities, i.e. steam, air, water, fire and waste systems are supplied to plant for both consumption and uninterrupted production.
• Conducts daily work activities in support of HSE objectives and policies. 
• Assists with carrying out duties, responsibilities and authority as defined in HSE programs, practices and procedures.
• Works safely, with respect to health and environmental requirements.
• Coordinates maintenance for department equipment including routine maintenance checks.
• Diagnoses problems and determines possible solutions. 
• Advises and assists  maintenance as required.
• Issues safety work permits as required.
• Maintains daily log sheets, operational data and charts for purposes of record keeping as legislated.
• Ensures that all work performed is done in accordance with plant Safety policies and procedures, Environmental standards and TSSA standards.
• Ensures that general housekeeping and minor maintenance is performed within the Utilities department.
• Assists in developing, updating and proofing department procedures.
• Provides operational and various administrative support functions.
• Provides inventory control and orders Utility chemicals as required.

Education:

• Must possess a valid 1ST Class Operating Engineer’s License, knowledge of Operating Engineers Act, boilers, pressure vessels and fuels.
• Knowledge of all applicable TSSA regulations.
• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Power Engineering Technology or related field of study or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Strong knowledge of power generation / transmission technology, water and waste water treatment including processes, procedures and related systems in a plant environment.
• Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
• Knowledge of computers and ability to operate computer systems and software applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, Power-point, Outlook, and to conduct research using the internet.
• SAP knowledge / experience would be an asset.
• High level of problem solving/analytical skills, strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team is required.

Experience:

• Related Utilities management experience in plant operations with a focus on power technology, systems, processes and project management.
• Must have related experience and be familiar with plant operations, systems, processes, procedures and experience with TSSA regulations on several levels.
• Proven experience with diagnostic, analytical and problem solving to resolve issues effectively.
• Previous Utilities related experience including planning, coordinating, organizing work or projects.
• Related experience in preparing reports and maintaining accurate records.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.  Ability to deal with tact, diplomacy and courtesy.
• In addition, must have previous experience with Health and Safety practices and procedures in a manufacturing environment, ideally a chemical processing facility.