Operations Coordinator – Whitla Wind

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is powering change by changing power. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system to power a net zero future. We’re a growth-oriented North American energy transition company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. We deliver reliable, affordable and decarbonized electricity solutions that communities can depend on.

Our people are at the core of our journey to get to net zero by 2045 and are transforming the future of power generation as a collaborative team of experts and innovators. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our values. With us, your contributions matter. We’re here to partner with you so you can learn, innovate, and forge a career that’s meaningful to you. Join us in powering a clean energy future!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full Time Position.

Are you interested in working with an organization that is focused on sustainable growth, committed to a low carbon future and that believes in innovation?

Capital Power is currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our dynamic Canadian Renewables team!

As the Operations Coordinator, Whitla Wind you will be accountable to the Whitla Site Manager and responsible for assisting the Site Manager in overseeing and coordinating the day-to-day operations, subcontractors, safety programs, work orders, site performance, and compliance at the Whitla site and other western Canadian Renewables sites as required.

You will contribute to our team by

• Managing and coordinating the day-to-day renewable operations at Whitla.
• Overseeing and managing subcontractors’ safe, efficient, and quality of work on site.
• Managing safe work permitting and LOTO with contractors.
• Executing physically demanding inspections up Wind Turbines at heights in excess of 100m and around the site.
• Creating, modifying and updating site operations procedures, work instructions, site safety programs and work practices.
• Maintaining exceptional site performance including low lost production factors, high availability, and optimized production.
• Responding to site failures, unplanned outages, and emergent situations, and supporting other sites as required.
• Ensuring compliance with facility performance within obligations contained in commercial contracts, regulations, permits, and licenses.
• Timely managing of the Maximo work management system, including compliance to work order completion dates and preventative maintenance.
• Proactively approaching maintenance and operations, foreseeing potential issues and preparing for or making changes to avoid negative outcomes with equipment or other site factors.
• Developing and maintaining strong working relationship with contractors and landowners.

What you will bring to the role  

Education

• Completed Trades certificate as a Lineman, Electrician, Power Systems Electrician, equivalent journeyman trade, or a related Diploma.
• Current Electrical safety certifications, high angle rescue, fall arrest certifications or confined space certifications considered an asset, but not required.
• Education equivalency may be considered based on experience.

Experience

• 2-4 years’ experience in operations or maintenance of high voltage equipment. Experience with operations and maintenance of a wind farm considered an asset, but not required.
• Understanding of the many aspects of utility scale power plant operations.
• Working knowledge of OH&S requirements, work permitting management.
• Experience working on an industrial site or field work.
• Experience with and comfortable working at heights.
• Lock out Tag out, equipment isolation and management of LOTO process.
• Experience with Vestas Turbines considered an asset.

 Technical Skills

• In depth electrical knowledge and experience, particularly with high voltage systems and equipment.
• Excellent planning and execution skills.
• Knowledge and experience in power systems, electrical equipment specification, HV systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical equipment alongside engineering and HV subcontractor to find solutions.
• Highly resourceful, able to regularly work independently with strong understanding of procedure adherence and can make decisions without reliance on manger.
• Process oriented with excellent communication, both written and oral.
• Ability to inspect and investigate various mechanical or electrical equipment.
• Familiarity with using CMMS like Maximo or Oracle is an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Industrial site.
• Physical mobility and ability to use PPE required.
• Will require physical demanding inspection activities such as climbing Wind Turbines over 300 feet tall.
• Will include travel 20-50% of the time, dependent on the time of year, for required support to other Renewables sites.
• Work in all weather conditions and seasons.
• Involves emergency callouts on short notice, after hours.

Additional Details

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

As this is a safety sensitive position, clearance of a pre-employment drug & alcohol test is required.

Clearance of a pre-employment medical will also be required.

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check.

We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordability employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.

Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available.

How To Apply and Next Steps

Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at www.capitalpower.com/careers. If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.

Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@capitalpower.com.

Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.

Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.

To apply on this position please go to www.capitalpower.com/careers and search for JR805867.