System Operator

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Nova Scotia Power Inc. Full time

**Job Title**: System Operator - Distribution
**Company, Department**: Nova Scotia Power, Control Centre Operations

**Location**: Ragged Lake, NS
**Type of Employment**: Regular, Full Time

**Number of Positions**: 2

**Closing Date**: June 17, 2023
**Reference Number**: 11384

At Nova Scotia Power, we’re committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers and communities can thrive. We work across the province, from Yarmouth to Wreck Cove, to prevent power outages and to strengthen our electrical system—for today, and for the future.

As a subsidiary of Emera Inc, we provide 95% of the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. Our company is focused on new technologies to enhance customer service and reliability, reduce emissions, and add renewable energy.

We are proud to live and work in Nova Scotia. It’s why we work to understand how we can give back meaningfully, support local organizations and work collaboratively to enhance the communities we call home.

We believe that every unique perspective should be valued and that everyone should have a sense of safety and belonging—at work, and in our communities. Leveraging the thoughts of a diverse workforce helps us to be innovative and provide the best service to our customers.

We are currently looking for
**2 System Operators - Distribution** to join our Control Centre Operations team in permanent positions. Reporting to the Manager, Distribution Control, you will be responsible for the safe, reliable operation and remote monitoring of the distribution system through the SCADA and OMS systems. You are accountable for the completion of all necessary operating reports.

**Accountabilities**:
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- Utilizing the OMS you will be responsible for outage assessment, determination of response and recommendation for type of crew to a dispatch centre.
- You will be responsible for the connectivity of the electrical distribution model in relation to Standard Protection Code (SPC) switching on the distribution system and maintaining system configuration.
- You will be required to communicate effectively with other departments within NSPI as well as external agencies such as 911 dispatch centers, fire and police.
- You will be accountable under normal and abnormal conditions, to effectively communicate and direct personnel, having a broad range of electrical and technical backgrounds, in routine maintenance and emergency response activities.
- You will become knowledgeable in NSPI system operating practices as it relates to the electrical distribution system and follow established operating procedures and guidelines.
- You will effectively respond to situations that relate to the power system including emergency response plans, oil and chemical releases and field related emergencies.
- Through the use of SCADA computer equipment you will monitor the distribution system, carry out remote switching, assess and respond to alarms in a timely fashion.
- As the SPC Control Authority you will be responsible for issuing hold-offs and isolation-permits as well as developing or approving and directing switching procedures. You will be compliant with the SPC at all times.
- You must be willing to participate in and successfully complete training, which includes competency-based training skills, related to distribution system operations.
- You will function effectively in a 12-hour shift environment, working an average of 42 hours per week. You must have a proven record of reliability and you will be available and willing to work additional shifts for emergency restoration, or to support the continued operation of the desk.
- You will be responsible for your personal safety and 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.

**What skills will make you successful?**

You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

- University or community college education to the level of Technologist with studies in electrical devices and/or power system operation is required. Consideration will be given to applicants with an acceptable combination of education and experience in the electrical trade.
- You are a highly motivated team player, with strong communication skills and the ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
- Must be able to perform effectively under emergency situations and be adaptable to change.
- You will be required to demonstrate acceptable color vision for operation of control monitoring equipment colour coded computer screens.
- Experience in an electric utility maintenance or construction environment would be an asset.
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