Job Description

WHO WE ARE
\xe2\x80\x9cEnergizing the Future.\xe2\x80\x9d
TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.
For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our Windsor Cogeneration Plant is hiring for an Operator 2nd Class. Reporting to the Windsor Plant Manager, the Operations Supervisor/Chief Engineer, as the Operator, you will fill the Relief Operator position and will be responsible for providing absence relief for various operator positions on a 12-hour shift schedule.
This is a full time salaried, safety-sensitive position. To learn more about our Windsor Cogeneration Facility, click here.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
As the 2nd Class Operating Engineer, you are responsible for the following but not limited to:

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  Operations and monitoring of all plant systems consistent with requirements of the Technical Standards & Safety Authority and the Safety Act
• Working closely with shift partners to ensure high standards of communication and plant operating procedures and policies are maintained
• Working with other staff to ensure the health, safety, and environmental systems are maintained and managed including safe work plans, and the safe isolation of equipment and systems to perform maintenance work
• Taking an active role in plant training and development, procedural development and review, system development, management, and other project-related activities
• Maintain mandatory health and safety training updates in a timely manner
• Performing plant routine water tests on a regular basis and understanding water chemistry and water and waste management operations
• Troubleshooting all plant systems to ensure optimal operations and taking corrective action as required
• Submitting work requests on those systems that require maintenance work
• Maintaining the units within all applicable guidelines and regulations, including emissions, efficiency, heat rate, capacity, and safety
• Maintaining a complete set of logs that includes all information on normal operating parameters, and detailed information on upset conditions
• Competently and efficiently starts up and shuts down in both normal and upset conditions
• Performing routine preventative maintenance checks on various plant systems and equipment and performing minor maintenance work on shift when required
• Maintaining a thorough knowledge of the plant systems and developments, and updating training material as changes to the plant systems are made
• Take an active role in first aid emergency response situations regarding fire, health and safety, and environmental incidents
• The successful person will be expected to participate in the incident management system and near-miss program, while reporting incidents in the Synergy database
• Complete assignments as directed by Shift-Engineer, Operations and Maintenance Supervisor/Chief Engineer, and Plant Manager

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
The following are must-have qualifications and experience to be successful in this role:

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  Valid Ontario 2nd Class Operating Engineer Certificate
• Preference will be given to candidates also holding Electrical or Millwrighting certification
• Team player who enjoys collaborating with others to ensure effective and efficient operations of the facility

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

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  Successful completion of pre-employment testing is a condition of employment

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application. All applications will be reviewed in a timely manner to the best of our abilities. We appreciate your patience and understanding during the recruitment process.
Our commitment is to attract and retain the best talent. Some positions may require the successful completion of one or more background checks such as criminal, medical, or compliance. If these verifications are needed, they will be indicated on the job posting.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element to effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.