2nd Class Engineer Maintenance Co-Ordinator/Lead Hand
Confidential
Posted: April 28, 2026
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About Enwave
Enwave Energy Corporation is a fully integrated, sustainable energy services provider with Canadian operations in Toronto, Windsor, London, and Charlottetown. With over thirty years of experience operating one of North America's largest district energy systems and dealing with a variety of energy needs, Enwave has developed the capabilities to deliver a broad array of services and proven track record for sustainable growth.
TIDE: Our Cultural Foundation
TIDE is Enwave’s cultural expression of who we are when we are at our best. It enables us to execute our
strategy, pivot with agility, and maximize our impact on those we serve. Each component is structured to (1)
emphasize a required behaviors, (2) reinforce an expected outcome, and (3) call us all to a unified action.
• Teamwork accelerates progress – Bring out the best in your colleagues
• Inspire and be inspired – Believe we can be impactful
• Determination creates possibilities – Take action with intention
• Evolve continuously – With our communities and customers
About the Role
The primary responsibility of the Lead Hand will be to lead the maintenance team while
ensuring all equipment and machinery is functioning properly and performing at levels meeting
all health and safety standards and is ready to be used if production demand deems it necessary
(ready-to-go state). Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the Simcoe Street
Steam Plant, and other duties as directed by the Chief Engineer.
Key Responsibilities
• Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of simcoe chiller plant and associated
district energy systems, including large centrifugal chillers ( dual drive, steam driven and electric
driven, steam turbine generators, primary and secondary pumping systems, heat exchangers,
deep lake cooling system and 4th intake lake water cooling infrastructure, hot water plant and
boilers.
• Oversee steam turbine generator (TG) operation, including startup/shutdown sequencing, load
management, and coordination with the utility for grid-connected generation.
• Participate in Global Adjustment (GA) management and demand response programs, including
monitoring Class A/B designation thresholds, executing load GA strategies during peak events,
and maintaining accurate records for IESO reporting and reconciliation.
• Lead by example to promote, ensure, and maintain a safe and healthy work environment in
compliance with applicable regulations and company safety policies.
• Ensure the annual maintenance program and work orders are completed on schedule, with
appropriate records maintained in the CMMS and regulatory logbooks.
• Organize and monitor daily and weekly work schedules, balancing operational demands with
planned maintenance activities.
• Order materials and spare parts and maintain proper inventory levels to support reliable plant
operation.
• Liaise directly with service contractors, suppliers, insurance and government inspectors, and
customers in a professional manner consistent with a leadership role
Qualifications & Skills Required:
• Hold a 2nd Class Operating Engineer Certificate issued by the Province of Ontario or be actively
working toward a 2nd Class certificate with a minimum of three (3) SOPEEC examinations
written.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the operation and preventative maintenance of a chiller
plant or comparable district energy facility is MUST.
• In accordance with TSSA regulations, work as Acting Chief Engineer during the absence or
vacation of the Chief Engineer, assuming full responsibility for plant operations, regulatory
compliance, and health and safety management on site.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of 4th intake /Deep Lake water cooling systems, including
heat exchanger isolation, CIP procedures, and intake screening equipment.
• Familiarity with steam turbine generator operation and associated auxiliary systems (lube oil,
governors, steam seals, condensate recovery).
• Understanding of Ontario electricity market structures, including Global Adjustment, IESO
demand response programs, and peak demand curtailment strategies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), with the ability to create spreadsheets,
maintenance logs, and operational templates; experience with BAS/SCADA or CMMS platforms
is an asset.
• Strong leadership skills with excellent verbal and written communication; trustworthy,
respectful, and able to foster positive working relationships with contractors, suppliers,
inspectors, staff, and customers.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across mechanical, electrical, and control
systems in a chiller plant environment.
• Ability to assess and prioritize effectively in emergencies or abnormal operating situations.
• Hard working, detail oriented, and capable of managing multiple concurrent tasks, planning,
organizing, and making sound operational decisions.
• Hold a valid Ontario driver's license.
• Attendance, punctuality, professional appearance, and positive conduct are required and
expected in this leadership role.
Compensation: $ 49.41 CAD per hour.
We may use Artificial Intelligence–based tools to support certain stages of our recruitment process, such as screening or assessing applications. These tools are used to assist in identifying qualified candidates and do not replace human decision‑making. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by our recruitment team.
At Enwave, we embrace diversity and equal opportunity. We’re committed to accessible hiring
practices and will accommodate applicants with accessibility requirements throughout the process.
About How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and optional cover letter outlining your experience and motivation for joining Enwave’s team. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.