The Opportunity
Company, Department:
Nova Scotia Power, Reliability, Standards, and Engagement
Location:
1223 Lower Water St. Halifax, NS
Type of Employment:
Regular, Full time
Closing Date:
July 9th, 2025
We are currently looking for a
Permit and Metrics Analyst
to join the Reliability Performance team in a permanent position to provide process and administrative support to the development of pole line designs and the obtaining of associated permits.
Reporting to the Senior Engineer, Performance Standards, you will be responsible for supporting the Reliability team in delivering on its over-arching requirement to provide pre-engineered designs, materials, and methodologies for the installation of distribution assets across the province.
The Permit and Metrics Analyst will support the development and oversight of pole line designs, an important function within the Reliability team, and will contribute to ensuring timely permitting and effective coordination in support of NS Power’s reliability goals.
Key Elements Of This Role Include•Being a leader in working safely and efficiently.
•Demonstrating a strong commitment to safety and creating a safety culture where safety is first, and employees are recognized for safe performance and compliance with safety regulations and safe work practices.
•Supporting the development of dashboards relating to the management of pole line design permits.
•Creating and updating regular reporting with respect to work volume and customer commitments.
•Planning and prioritizing work effectively to provide timely delivery of commitments.
•Demonstrating consistent technical due diligence, accuracy, and good organization skills to complete work.
•Collaborating with other departments for alignment with operational field-based teams.
•Leading by example by demonstrating NS Power’s commitment to a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
•Being responsible for your personal safety, that of co-workers, and those under your direction by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
•Always holding safety paramount for self and others and ensuring Safety Program requirements are being met in a timely manner.
•Being accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.
•Achieving objectives in the Environmental Management System (EMS) on an annual basis as assigned.
These Skills Will Make You Successful
To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills:
•You are proficient in business intelligence tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
•You are comfortable working with SharePoint, spreadsheets, and data analysis.
•A degree or diploma in Industrial Engineering Technology is considered an asset.
•Familiarity with utility distribution assets and system design, construction, and/or operation is considered beneficial.
•You are a self-starter with strong organizational and analytical skills and have experience managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
•You are also available to support emergency power restoration efforts in an assigned storm role, which may differ from your regular position.
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.
At Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. As the successful candidate you will endeavor to take ownership and act with integrity while building strong, collaborative relationships.
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 July 9th
and let us know why this role is right for you.
The perks of joining our team? We offer:
Health & Wellbeing:
A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
Grow Your Career:
Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
Community Engagement & Care:
Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
Competitive Compensation:
A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
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.
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