Remote Operations Centre Operator

Résumé du poste

The operator acts as the primary authority for the deployment and dispatch of transmission-connected generation facilities to ensure safe and efficient grid operations. They monitor real-time performance, manage alarms, and coordinate outages while maintaining compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

Détails du poste

Accountabilities and Duties * Function as the single point of contact and controlling authority for deployment and dispatch of transmission-connected generation facilities and associated equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations in compliance with regulatory and grid operator requirements. * Monitor real-time performance of the renewable fleet, seeking to optimize safety, power generation and regulatory compliance by: * Investigating alarms and remotely resetting wind turbines, inverters and or other resettable equipment, generator, or system faults * Monitoring trends in facility performance, weather, and resource to proactively identify potential issues * Notifying facility operators of trend or fault issues, communicating effectively to support them as much or as little as required to optimize staff and public safety, the environment, and power generation * Supporting safe operations of remote facilities by acting as a call-point and monitor for lone workers * Coordinating, facilitating, and tracking planned and forced outages to ensure a safe and effective de-energization or restoration process is maintained. * Use 3-Part Communication with field personnel, regional transmission organizations (RTO’s), and independent system operators (ISO’s) when communicating during all real-time activities. * Document all operating events in accordance with BEROC procedures, ensuring management of change and inter-shift BEROC communication standards are always upheld. * Support the development, deployment, and continual improvement of standard and emergency operating procedures, as well as work instructions, and proactively participate in their continual improvement and enhancement where needed. * Operate and monitor SCADA systems and related analytics tools to ensure functionality and effective performance is maintained, reporting to field staff all irregularities in data, communications, or control capabilities. * Support the compilation of relay reports, equipment data, and historical data trend analysis to document all operating events/non-compliances for follow-up. * Effectively coordinate all normal and emergency control room activities, with field personnel and technicians, head office staff and external entities. * Seek continual improvement within the scope of control room activities. * Maintain an individual development plan in collaboration with the BEROC supervisor, including continuous training. * Promote a strong team culture and work environment by assisting teammates to accomplish goals, collaborating to lift the performance of the entire team, and celebrating successes. * Uphold all aspects of BluEarth's Health, Safety & Environmental policies, practices, and programs. * Uphold BluEarth's core values; and * Other duties as required. Education * Electrical/Mechanical or Engineering Technology diploma or degree and/or equivalent operational experience; and * Certification or qualifications in work protection practices as related to grid operations is an asset. Experience and Skills * Experience working in power generation, transmission, or distribution industry with strong preference towards renewable power experience. * Remote operations or related experience in control/dispatch-type environments is desirable. * Experience working around high, medium, and low voltage equipment. * Technical knowledge of renewable power generation operations, functionality, and design. * Ability to read and interpret SLD’s and other procedural manuals and schematics. * Troubleshooting skills for electrical and communications systems. * Strong interpersonal skills. * Excellent verbal and written English communication skills. * Ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively. * Excellent computer capabilities; and * Strong attention to detail. Core Characteristics * Safety conscious. * Ability to remain calm under pressure. * Self-motivated. * Reliable and adaptable to change. * Team-oriented. * Critical Thinker. * Detail-oriented. Job Requirements * Ability to work a shift schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. * Ability to work alone and independently in the BEROC when on shift. * Ability to travel occasionally within Canada and USA; and * Ability to lift-up to 20 pounds. Where you’ll be working, your work schedule, and other important information * You will work out of our Calgary corporate office, located at 214-11 Avenue SW * This role requires flexibility to work a rotating schedule, including periods of standard business hours and periods of 24/7 coverage with day and night shifts. * This position is office-based and not eligible for BluEarth’s hybrid work program. * This position is safety sensitive - negative results of a pre-employment Urine Drug Screen and / or Breath Alcohol test is required. * Only candidates who are legally permitted to work in Canada will be considered.

Ce que vous ferez

The operator acts as the primary authority for the deployment and dispatch of transmission-connected generation facilities to ensure safe and efficient grid operations. They monitor real-time performance, manage alarms, and coordinate outages while maintaining compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

Exigences

Candidates must possess an electrical, mechanical, or engineering technology diploma or degree, along with experience in power generation or distribution. The role requires the ability to work a rotating 24/7 shift schedule and the capacity to work independently in a safety-sensitive environment.

Compétences indiquées

• written communication · Souhaitée
• Regulatory Compliance · Souhaitée
• interpersonal skills · Souhaitée
• Souci du détail · Souhaitée
• Analyse de données · Souhaitée
• Troubleshooting · Souhaitée
• Multitasking · Souhaitée
• Critical Thinking · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Power generation
• Transmission
• Distribution
• SCADA systems
• Troubleshooting
• Electrical systems
• Communications systems
• Data analysis
• Regulatory compliance
• Grid operations
• Multitasking
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Interpersonal skills
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Composure
• Lifting Ability
• Self-Motivation
• Alarm Devices
• Management
• Communication
• Communications Systems
• Regulatory Compliance
• Critical Thinking
• Data Transmissions
• Renewable Energy
• Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA)
• Interpersonal Communications
• Low Voltage
• Operations
• Transmission System Operator
• Trend Analysis
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Written English
• Team Oriented
• Environment Health And Safety
• Calmness Under Pressure
• Detail Oriented

Domaines d’emploi

• Energy
• Engineering
• Security & Safety
• Administrative
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