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Senior Dam Safety Engineer/engineering Specialist

2 months ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Power Full time
The Opportunity

Location: Lakeside, NS - Halifax - On-site

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production - Hydro, Wind & Solar

We are currently looking for a Senior Dam Safety Engineer/Engineering Specialist to join our Power Production – Hydro, Wind & Solar team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Dam Safety & Wind, you will provide expertise and assistance on any matter related to dam safety at Nova Scotia Power.
Key elements of this role include:

Long range planning and implementation of dam safety improvements to ensure regulatory compliance and risk management.Plan, develop, implement, and maintain the Dam Safety Management System.Review, develop and maintain the Dam Emergency Plans, and Dam Safety Risk Registry.Provide strategic direction and support budget and resource planning for dam safety related work.Provide technical review and guidance as it relates to the engineering standards NSPI will use in the assessment, refurbishment, redevelopment, or replacement of water retaining and hydraulic control structures.Review and provide feedback on significant modifications to dam/water retaining structures within NSPI's Hydro assets.Participate in dam inspections, review & comment on dam inspection reports, and maintain a documented deficiency list for all dam structures.Use diplomacy and strong communication, presentation and relationship building skills to create and maintain collaboration among internal and external stakeholders.Lead and collaborate with diverse teams.Act as a technical resource to support regulatory filings.Lead Dam Safety Reviews (DSR's), updates to Operation Maintenance & Surveillance Manuals (OM&S) and Dam Emergency Plans (DEP's)Keep abreast of industry development, best practices, standards, regulations, and codes, including the Canadian Dam Safety Guidelines.Perform or review, equipment inspection and condition assessments.Provide leadership support to NS Power's Hydro sites as required during emergency events.You will be responsible for your personal safety, that of co-workers, and those under your direction 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.
These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

The successful candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a minimum of 5 years of related industry experience.A master's degree or specialization in geotechnical, hydrotechnical, or structural engineering.Strong technical knowledge and detailed design capabilities in dams and hydraulic structures.Ability to interface with other disciplines and understand the electrical, civil-structural, geotechnical, and mechanical design aspects and drawings of a project.Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.Proven record of project management.Effective verbal and written communications skills in English, with demonstrated competent report writing skills.Experience undertaking dam safety condition assessments and inspections.You must be, or eligible to be, a member of Engineers Nova ScotiaAbility to travel to Hydro dam sites throughout the province and have a valid driver's license.Experience leading or completing dam safety reviews, flood studies, managing consultants and providing expertise related to Dam Safety Practices.Experience directly related to management of dam safety, dam instrumentation, hydrology, hydraulic modeling and the detailed design and project management of civil and hydraulic structures.Experience with implementing risk assessments and mitigations for Public Safety Around Dams.Experience with preparation and review of engineering technical specifications.Ability to prepare and interpret engineering drawings and reports.Experience with drafting and GIS software would be an asset.Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of programs.

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 - Talent Acquisition Specialist:
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 and let us know why this role is right for you.
The perks of joining our team? We offer:

Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.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.