Chief Power Engineer - 1st Class

Chief Power Engineer - 1st Class

TITLE:                     Power Engineer

LOCATION:            London, Ontario

REPORTS TO:        Operations Manager

Ingredion is hiring a Chief Power Engineer with a 1st class license to be responsible for providing functional leadership in the Powerhouse for its plant in London Ontario. The position is responsible for the production of plant utilities (electricity, steam, air and water) and all corporate strategic directive relevant to safety, GMP and environmental standards.

Core Responsibilities:

• Monitor co-generation performance with respect to production, quality safety and cost. Review daily performance and make corrections when necessary.  
• Manage a staff of five unionized shift powerhouse engineers. Responsible to administer the provisions of the collective agreement.
• Ensure powerhouse equipment is properly maintained. Work closely with outside contractors and Ingredion maintenance team to schedule non-routine maintenance,
• Manages the preparation of the maintenance and repair program for the co-generation facility.
• Manages the fire alarm and fire suppression system in the plant related to the fire code, insurance  and maintenance.
• Utilize KPI’s (key performance indicator) system to monitor and identify improvement opportunities in the area of the co-generation facility.
• Manage co-gen and other projects related to electricity, steam, air and water.
• Manage custodial services and facility management related to grounds management.
• Develop and implement applicable department policies, systems and procedures, while ensuring that productivity levels are met and maintained.
• Manage the annual department budget, reviewing associated costs and utilization.  Ensure that spending is in compliance with budget.
• Develop and supervise energy conservation programs to maintain operations and minimize costs.  Oversee environmental programs to reduce costs of operations and to ensure compliance
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Utilize your knowledge, data, and experience to recognize and implement opportunities for improvement
• Results oriented, proven self –starter with the ability to prioritize work appropriately
• Develop and manage relationships with others, fostering positive working relationships, engendering trust and respect to promote a collaborative work environment.
• Possess the ability to design, plan and manage projects to deliver on time and within budget.
• Understand internal customer needs and their connection to the needs of external customers

Qualified candidates will have:

• Certificate of Qualification as a First Class (Chief) Engineer.
• 5-10 years experience gained in the operation of a co-generation powerhouse including operations, quality control, staffing and budgets.
• Prefer previous supervisory experience
• Demonstrated capabilities of managing projects.
• Demonstrated capabilities to troubleshoot and identify opportunities for improvement. Implement the appropriate action plans
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety act and TSSA act.
• Excellent organizational skills, along with the ability to deliver results in a demanding, fast paced environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

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