Job Description

Job Title: Facilities Coordinator
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Facilities Coordinator
Location: Lakeside, NS, On Site
Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time
Closing Date: August 1, 2023
Reference Number: 11576

At Nova Scotia Power, we\xe2\x80\x99re 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\xe2\x80\x94for 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x94at 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.

If working in an environment focused on innovation, safety and putting customers and community first inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by August 1, 2023, and tell us what excites you about this role.

We are currently looking for a Facilities Coordinator to join our Facilities Coordinator team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for scheduling and issuing daily maintenance work orders for all planned and unplanned maintenance work within NSP Operational Facilities. You will compile documentation for all contractors with respect to safety and assist with the coordination of and take part in inspections.

As Facilities Coordinator you will:

• Assist in preparing monthly reports for maintenance, operating and capital budgets.
• Prepare requisitions and receive against purchase orders for all non-power production facilities across the province.
• Track invoices, check invoices received against work orders and initial approvals.
• Maintain a filing system of maintenance and improvement work.
• Receive and dispatch maintenance calls.
• Complete general maintenance tasks.
• Check on progress of assigned work orders and assist the Facility Capital Project Manager with work orders requiring new equipment, outside contractors, services, or other expenditures.
• Maintain all equipment manuals, equipment warranties and inspection documentation.
• Assist other department members on the Real Estate side of the business with related tasks.

In addition, the role may provide support to manage internal moves within our operational sites and maintain accurate headcounts/occupancy records by location.

You ensure compliance with the Real Estate Safety program and the Environmental Management System program. You coordinate all aspects of Health and Safety and Fire Safety in the area of responsibility, are a team member of the Lakeside Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee and actively participate and support the Emergency Restoration Response program.

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.

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:

• You possess a Grade XII education or equivalent experience.
• A post-secondary or community college education related to facilities or environment would be considered an asset.
• A minimum of 2 years work experience in facilities management and/or asset construction is required.
• Experience working with contractors, contract administration and/or mechanical systems would be considered an asset.
• A strong proficiency in working with Microsoft Office products with extensive knowledge and experience in Excel. Experience with and a strong understanding of basic accounting practices & systems would be considered an asset.
• You have demonstrated problem solving skills and proven customer service skills.
• Effective communication skills and strong interpersonal skills are a necessity.
• You are able to motivate and promote teamwork amongst others.
• You take initiative and are able to prioritize and respond quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

At Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. The ideal candidate must be someone who speaks up on Health, Safety, and the Environment, Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity, and Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgement.

Why join our team?

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with flexible remote workdays.
• 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, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan, short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Emera: At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.

Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, we continue to closely monitor and adjust our pandemic response as needed based on public health guidance, current epidemiology, and considerations regarding business continuity. At this time the Emera Vaccine Policy, which outlines the requirement for all Nova Scotia Power employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide corresponding proof, has been suspended. This policy may be reinstated in the future, either in full or in part, at the discretion of the Company, and employees will be required to demonstrate compliance. Any non-compliance could result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Finally, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is close to what we\xe2\x80\x99ve listed above, please consider applying. If you don\xe2\x80\x99t quite see yourself in this role but want to join our team, please set up a to learn about future opportunities!

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