TransAlta

Turbine Plant Operator I

LocationValleyview, AB
Job Typetemporary

About This Job

Who We Are

“Energizing the Future.”

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 114 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

About The Role

Under the direction of the Turbine Plant Operator II employees perform various site management and administrative functions associated with the operation and maintenance of the Gas Turbine Generating Stations in accordance with company procedures, system controller and power pool dispatch instructions. This is a full-time salaried, union role based out of our Valleyview Generating Station in Valleyview Alberta.

This position is safety sensitive. The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment testing.

This position is administered under the CEWA Job Posting provisions. What You Will Do

Under the close supervision of the lead operator, employees assist with performing basic site management, operations and maintenance functions. Typical duties may include but are not limited to assisting with:

Site Management Function

Providing and submitting capacity information to the Power Pool of Alberta and to restate when necessary, in accordance with management instructions.
Preparing and maintaining monthly operations and site performance reports.
Purchasing various goods and materials and maintaining records of site inventory of consumables, tools and spare parts and processing all related documentation.
Overseeing/supervising the work of external contractors and temporary employees on-site.
Implementation of corporate HSSE policies and procedures, ensuring all required training is kept current


Operations Function

Coordinating daily operations with the Operations Supervisor and the Heartland Real-Time Analyst.
Operating the gas turbines in response to System Dispatch and in accordance with established guidelines. This includes starting, loading or shutting down units.
Performing routine operating tasks such as cleaning, checking and/or changing fluid (oil, glycol, filters) levels, lubricates equipment, completing minor repairs and/or replacing defective components.
Issues and holds work permits for contractors and/or maintenance personnel.


Maintenance Function

Identifying and reporting suspected or actual equipment failures based on observations and readings of plant instrumentation. Analyzing failures and completing minor repairs.
Supporting the planning and performance of maintenance activities at site
Providing assistance to maintenance staff and contractors in locating and isolating system problems.
Documenting and maintaining all maintenance activities

All duties and responsibilities will be performed in accordance with established health, safety and environmental principles, corporate policies, practices and procedures and applicable government legislation. What We Need From You

Completion of Grade XII
0 – 2 years of related experience with the operation of a gas turbine power plant
A Fourth-Class Power Engineering Certificate of Competency is preferred, however mechanical experience with aero derivative gas turbines will also be considered.
Must have a valid Alberta operators license (minimum class 5)

Become part of our TransAlta team today!

We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don’t quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.

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