System Operator - Distribution

Nova Scotia Power•Halifax, NS

17h•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a System Operator - Distribution to join our Control Centre Operation team in Ragged Lake. These roles report into the Manager, Distribution Control Centre. Key elements of this role include: As a System Operator - Distribution: You will be accountable 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. You will become proficient with and operate the following tools: Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) computer equipment, Outage Management System (OMS) and FM radio (computer interface). You will also use other control center database applications including equipment trouble reporting (SOTR), substation entry logging, Hold-off and Permit issuing logging and territory standby database as well as other related software applications. Utilizing the OMS you will be responsible for outage assessment, determination of response and recommendation for type of crew to a dispatch center. 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 Standard Protection Code (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. 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.

Requirements

University or community college education to the level of Technologist with studies in electrical devices and/or power system operation is required.
Acceptable combination of education and experience in the electrical trade will be considered.
Highly motivated team player, with strong communication skills and the ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
Able to perform effectively under emergency situations and be adaptable to change.
Proficient in the use of personal computers and software applications.
Demonstrate acceptable color vision for operation of control monitoring equipment colour coded computer screens.
Must be willing to participate in and successfully complete training, which includes competency-based training skills, related to distribution system operations.
Must be willing to participate in and successfully complete training, which includes competency-based training skills, related to distribution system operations.
Must have a proven record of reliability.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an electric utility maintenance or construction environment would be an asset.
Shift experience would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Accountable for the safe, reliable operation and remote monitoring of the distribution system through the SCADA and OMS systems.
Accountable for the completion of all necessary operating reports.
Become proficient with and operate Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) computer equipment, Outage Management System (OMS) and FM radio (computer interface).
Use other control center database applications including equipment trouble reporting (SOTR), substation entry logging, Hold-off and Permit issuing logging and territory standby database as well as other related software applications.
Utilize the OMS for outage assessment, determination of response and recommendation for type of crew to a dispatch center.
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.
Communicate effectively with other departments within NSPI as well as external agencies such as 911 dispatch centers, fire and police.
Effectively communicate and direct personnel, having a broad range of electrical and technical backgrounds, in routine maintenance and emergency response activities under normal and abnormal conditions.
Become knowledgeable in NSPI system operating practices as it relates to the electrical distribution system and follow established operating procedures and guidelines.
Effectively respond to situations that relate to the power system including emergency response plans, oil and chemical releases and field related emergencies.
Monitor the distribution system through SCADA computer equipment, carry out remote switching, assess and respond to alarms in a timely fashion.
As the Standard Protection Code (SPC) Control Authority, be responsible for issuing hold-offs and isolation-permits as well as developing or approving and directing switching procedures.
Be compliant with the SPC at all times.
Participate in and successfully complete training, which includes competency-based training skills, related to distribution system operations.
Function effectively in a 12-hour shift environment, working an average of 42 hours per week.
Be available and willing to work additional shifts for emergency restoration, or to support the continued operation of the desk.
Be responsible for 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.
Be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.

Benefits

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
Wellness benefits
Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies
A focus on employee development
Available sponsored education programs
Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work
Mentoring opportunities
Fundraising-matching & volunteer programs
Various committees and employee resource groups
Scholarships for children of employees
A Defined Contribution Pension Plan