Chief Power Engineer - Class II

Adecco is currently hiring a Chief Power Engineer - Class II for a full-time, temporary opportunity with one of our industrial clients based in Kitimat, British Columbia.
In this senior leadership role, you will oversee the safe operation, maintenance, and management of industrial utilities including boilers, steam systems, potable water facilities, and lagoon systems. The ideal candidate is a seasoned Power Engineer with strong leadership skills, a safety-first mindset, and extensive experience operating Class II or higher facilities.

• Salary: $85 per hour (limited flexibility)
• Location: Kitimat, BC (local candidates only)
• Job Type: Full-time | Temporary
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day

Why you will want to join this opportunity:

• Senior leadership role with direct oversight of critical plant utilities
• Opportunity to lead and mentor a skilled team of Power Engineers
• High-impact position influencing safety, operations, and continuous improvement
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Work within a multidisciplinary technical and engineering environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety is the highest priority for all operations and team members
• Oversee operation and maintenance of the utilities network, including steam systems, boilers, thermal fluid heaters, natural gas, process and potable water, sewer systems, compressed air, and environmental lagoons
• Provide direct supervision and accountability for 4 operating crews totaling 11 Power Engineers
• Act as a member of the technical team and serve as the area representative for related engineering projects
• Oversee and manage contractor activities within the assigned area
• Attend and contribute to regular planning meetings across multiple departments
• Manage and forecast operational costs for the assigned sector
• Participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead practical problem-solving workshops with team members and skilled trades
• Prepare operating reports, SOPs, technical documentation, and maintain accurate records
• Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and safety-driven work environment

Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work and reside within Canada
• Class II Power Engineering certification (mandatory)
• Class III EOCP (Environmental Operators Certification Program) Level III (mandatory)
• Minimum of 4 years (7,200 hours) experience at a Class II or higher facility
• Minimum of 2 years (3,000 hours) of Direct Responsible Charge at a Class II or higher facility
• Minimum of 2 years of applicable post-secondary education or 90 CEUs
• Eligibility for Second-Class Power Engineer Certification with Technical Safety BC
• Strong knowledge of power plant operations and maintenance of associated equipment
• Proven ability to control and operate boilers and auxiliary systems
• Experience coaching team members and collaborating across disciplines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and CMMS systems
• Pressure Equipment Inspector certification (NBBI) considered an asset

Interested in this opportunity? Apply now to take on a leadership role where your technical expertise and commitment to safety will make a meaningful impact on critical industrial operations.
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