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Req ID: 224775
Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Department: FMS Plant Operations CEH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPE Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 19-Aug-26
About the Opportunity
The Power Engineer is responsible for the safe efficient operation and maintenance of air handling units, chiller plant & associated chemical injection systems, heating systems, fire life safety systems and auxiliary equipment throughout the facility. The Power engineer will respond to calls from other departments concerning maintenance and operation of hospital equipment while working in accordance with the Power Engineer’s regulations. This position will also complete general maintenance tasks, will be scheduled Monday-Friday and will require the individual to participate in an on-call rotation.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following
- High school graduation or equivalent required.
- 4th Class Stationary Engineer certificate required.
- Previous experience in plant/building operations and maintenance, including repairs on related systems and equipment required.
- Three years’ experience in maintenance and plant operations preferred.
- Good communication skills and ability to follow oral and written instructions required.
- Knowledge and observation of safe work practices required.
- Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision required.
- Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a team.
- Working experience with computers considered an asset.
- Requirement to be on an on-call rotation.
- Requirement to work in confined spaces.
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
Compensation and Benefits
$31.24 - $31.78 hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
