System Operator, Transmission

The Opportunity:

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Control Centre Operations

Location: Ragged Lake, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time

Salary: $63.97 per hour as per IBEW Collective Agreement Local 1928

Closing Date: June 27, 2025

Reference: 2025-4266

We are looking for a Transmission System Operator to join our team. Reporting to the System Control Manager, you will work with a team of professionals at our Ragged Lake location.

The Transmission System Operator is accountable for the safe and reliable operation and dispatch of all transmission and connected facilities and the interconnected tie line. This position will operate and maintain both the transmission system and its connected equipment within normal and emergency operating limits. It will also assist the energy system operator in the operation and dispatch of generation within the parameters established by NSPI in accordance with NPCC and NERC Standards.

Key elements of this role include::

These skills will make you successful::

This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying.

Learn more about our culture and values:

At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers. If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by June 27th and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer::

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:

As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and 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. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy:

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.