Maintenance Superintendent

Canada's Ocean Supercluster
Canada's Ocean Supercluster

Administration

Port Hawkesbury, NS, Canada

Posted on Jul 23, 2026
The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production - Point Tupper & Biomass

Location: Point Tupper, NS

Type of Employment: Full time, Regular – On Site

Closing Date: August 5, 2026

We are looking for a Maintenance Superintendent to join our Power Production- Point Tupper Generating Station and Port Hawkesbury Biomass Plant team. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will lead a team of professionals at our Point Tupper and Biomass locations.


Key elements of this role include:

As a Maintenance Superintendent:

  • You will be responsible for overseeing the continuous development of maintenance best practices in predictive, preventive, reactive and maintenance planning programs for instrument, electrical, mechanical equipment and major or annual overhaul programs.
  • You will, with the assistance of the Plant Manager and the maintenance group, develop appropriate performance goals, metrics and Balanced Scorecards and assist in the closing of performance gaps.
  • You will provide technical support and direction to employees in area of expertise, diagnosing faults/troubleshooting and equipment problems.
  • You will assist with capital planning and execution of capital projects and must be knowledgeable of budgeting processes.
  • You will utilize problem solving techniques including Root Cause Failure Analysis and other Reliability Maintenance techniques.
  • You must understand and be committed to the contents of the Point Tupper Environmental Management System and the Port Hawkesbury Biomass Environmental Management System.
  • You will be accountable for the continual improvement of business unit environmental performance, for the meeting of environmental objectives and targets and for the integration of environmental considerations in all business decisions.
  • You must maintain due diligence to ensure that corporate, divisional, and plant specific safety, environment and business practices and standards are followed.
  • You will effectively communicate and give feedback to staff and other related departments, providing advice and information consistent with overall business unit and corporate objectives.
  • You will be responsible for applying leadership in relation to our overall corporate commitment to attain safety excellence.
  • You must be knowledgeable of the Collective Agreement and will be expected to ensure that it is fairly and consistently administered on day-to-day basis.
  • You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
  • You will be responsible as the Maintenance Superintendent to ensure that NSPI follows all NERC/NPCC reliability standards related to Power Production.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.


These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

Education & Experience:

  • Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Certified Engineering Technologist designation, or a recognized Journeyperson/Registered Trade certification.
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership or supervisory experience, preferably within an industrial or utility environment.
  • Strong understanding of industrial maintenance principles, processes, and best practices, including planning, scheduling, execution, and continuous improvement.
  • Experience in thermal generating station maintenance and operations is considered a strong asset.
  • Demonstrated experience managing maintenance teams in a complex, safety-focused environment.

Skills & Additional Requirements:

  • Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, foster innovation, and champion continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to align decisions and priorities with organizational strategy and operational goals.
  • Sound judgment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks, make informed decisions, and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and drive results through others.
  • Effective collaborator who builds strong partnerships and works seamlessly across departments and organizational boundaries.
  • Ability to lead change, establish clear expectations, and maintain high standards of individual and team performance.

Personal Attributes:

  • Exceptional leadership, communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
  • Demonstrated success in employee development, coaching, succession planning, performance management, and recognition.
  • Skilled at building high-performing, engaged, and accountable teams.
  • A visible safety leader who promotes and models a culture where safety, health, and wellness are prioritized above all business objectives.
  • Committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute.
  • Passionate about developing talent and enabling team members to take on new challenges and growth opportunities.
  • Demonstrates integrity, accountability, professionalism, and a commitment to operational excellence.

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. Have a question or want to learn more about this opportunity? Contact Shaniel Smith: shaniel.smith@nspower.ca


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 August 5, 2026 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, 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: Short-term incentive 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.

If you have any questions about this opportunity or if you are experiencing any technical difficulty with the application process, please email careers@nspower.ca

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