Energize your career in the Arctic!
Find your next exciting adventure in the Canadian Arctic! Join our team of highly motivated and experienced industry professionals as we provide safe, reliable, and affordable power across Nunavut.
Working in Nunavut
Nunavut is Canada’s newest and largest territory and has the fastest growing economy in the country. With breathtaking landscapes and amazing adventure opportunities, you will find excitement not only in your career, but in your free time as well. If the thought of dog sledding, snowmobiling, kayaking, ice fishing, or exploring a rich culture filled with distinct artwork and music sounds enticing, Nunavut is the place for you.
Qulliq Energy Corporation
Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is entrusted to provide safe, reliable power to all customers in Nunavut. Owned by the Government of Nunavut and operated as an arms-length territorial corporation, QEC is the sole provider of electricity and district heating in Nunavut. In comparison to other utilities in Canada, QEC faces unique challenges as it operates 25 stand-alone diesel power generation facilities and distribution systems located in each of the territory’s communities.
QEC-19-052 Assistant Operator
This competition is restricted to Nunavut Inuit applicants
(24 hours per week)
Based out of Sanikiluaq, Nunavut and reporting to the Production Supervisor, this position is responsible for operating and monitoring the diesel powerhouses and associated systems to provide safe, reliable electrical service to Qulliq Energy customers in the community in a cost effective manner.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operates the plant ensuring all safety and emergency equipment are maintained in accordance with applicable standards.
- Conducts plant checks as required to ensure there are no issues requiring immediate attention.
- Performs minor preventative maintenance and emergency repairs as required.
- Monitors fuel transfers to ensure safe and expedient delivery according to IAW fuel transfer procedures.
- Assists with inspection, repairs and verification of line and metering equipment.
- Assists area maintenance or contract maintenance crews in the completion of projects with regard to scheduling, monitoring and actual hands-on assistance.
- Develops and maintains good working relationships with community and local business representatives.
- Acts in the Plant Superintendent capacity when required.
Required Qualifications Include:
- High school education – minimum Grade 10.
- Experience in the production and distribution of power.
- Valid drivers’ license and satisfactory drivers abstract.
Assets:
- Related journeyman certificate in the electrical/mechanical trades or equivalent.
- Basic computer skills.
- Knowledge of Nunavut, the land, language and culture.
- The ability to communicate in Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun and/or French.
Equivalencies consisting of a combination of related education and experience may be considered.
We offer a competitive starting salary range of $44,765 to $50,793, a northern living allowance of $12,175 per annum, eligibility for overtime, and a comprehensive benefits package including a defined benefit. This position is included in the Nunavut Employees Union.
To apply email careers@qec.nu.ca or by mail to: Human Resources, Qulliq Energy Corporation, P.O. Box 420, Baker Lake, NU X0C 0A0
Apply in writing, by October 4, 2019.
Applications for this competition may be considered for future employment opportunities with QEC.
We thank all applicants for the interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.