Senior Gas Turbine Technician (RELOCATION to Canada)

We are actively recruiting for experienced Senior Gas Turbine Technicians (Aero Engine Technician) willing to relocate to Calgary, Alberta region. Immigration and relocation is provided.

Join us for our Career Fair to learn more about this opportunity!

Aberdeen October 26th from 10:00am - 3:00pm @ Crowne Plaza Hotel (2 International Gate, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0BE)

Prestwick October 27th from 10:00am - 3:00pm @ Carlton Hotel (187 Ayr Rd, Prestwick KA9 1TP)

Cardiff October 29th from 10:00am - 3:00pm @ Village Hotel (29 Pendwyallt Rd, Cardiff CF14 7EF)

Not able to make the events, please apply online and we will reach out after the events to discuss your application

TransCanada Turbines (TCT) is the sole authorized overhaul, repair and maintenance service provider for Siemens Energy and General Electric (GE) aeroderivative industrial gas turbines, serving an expanding international client base.

(TCT) TransCanada Turbines’ key strength is our people, who offer quality and flexibility that only an independent organization can provide.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Production or designate(s), the Gas Turbine Technician is responsible for the repair and overhaul of General Electric and/or Siemens (formerly Rolls-Royce) industrial gas turbines, as well as assisting in all aspects of operation in the TransCanada Turbines test cell. 

We Offer: 

• A competitive relocation package including relocation assistance 
• Immigration support
• A full comprehensive benefits package, 100% employer paid
• Company paid RRSP contributions of 6%, no match required
• Paid time off (4 weeks of paid vacation, prorated in year one) 11 statutory holidays
• Paid Christmas break 
• Disability & Life Insurance
• On-site parking
• Company provided PPE & uniforms
• Social Events throughout the year

Duties:

The duties will include but will not be limited to the following:

• Accomplish the repair and overhaul of General Electric and/or Siemens industrial gas turbines, ensuring that this work is carried out in accordance with the applicable OEM manuals, TCT specifications and procedures, and standard industry practices.
• Hands on disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair and/or assembly of the various product types as required to achieve shop production schedules.
• Make ongoing work scope recommendations based upon shop floor observations.
• Work with production control and materials management to facilitate the flow of material through the shop.
• Perform in field maintenance, repairs, and inspections on installed units.
• Help to ensure that customer expectations are met, in terms of delivery, cost, quality and responsiveness.
• Work with the engine team(s) to ensure a focused, constructive, and communicative working environment, delivering high levels of personal and company performance from your team, and from the support services working with your team.
• Monitor and maintain tooling and equipment.  Ensure that this equipment is kept in a safe reliable working order.  Remove from service any tool or equipment found to be defective.
• Make recommendations on tooling and equipment to be provisioned for a gas generator overhaul shop and field service group.
• Monitor shop practices to ensure that the facility is always operated in a healthy, safe, and environmentally conscience manner, per TCT policies and procedures.  Take steps to correct any condition that violates this fundamental principle.
• Make recommendations on policy and procedures to improve shop productivity and profit of the company in general, and to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Preparation of engines for the testing in the TransCanada Turbines test cell facility.
• Maintenance and repair of all engine test support equipment.
• Testing of engines in accordance with the relevant General Electric and/or Siemens test schedule.
• Increase knowledge of the HSE Policy and Manual and maintain a positive attitude towards the health and safety of oneself and one’s coworkers.
• Take ownership of HSE issues and demonstrate enthusiasm and support for HSE.
• Other duties as directed by the Manager, Production or designate(s).

Qualifications and Experience:

The minimum training and/or educational requirement for this role is 5 years related experience or a combination of education and experience that allows the individual to adequately perform the role, determined by the Manager, Production.

Personal Characteristics:

In addition to qualifications and experience for this position, equally important are the interpersonal components.  Specifically, the successful candidate will have:

• A willingness and desire to learn the business of TCT.
• Drive and motivation to multi-task and self-manage in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with internal and external clients.
• The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and other internal personnel.
• Acute analytical and critical thinking skills.

Employee/team flexibility is of prime importance to TransCanada Turbines. It is important that all employees are willing and able to assist with any activity, at any time, as necessary to support the needs of a changing and demanding customer base in the gas turbine repair and overhaul business.  

Qualifications / Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• 4 years experience working directly with Industrial Gas Turbines (GE LM6000, LM2500 and/or Siemens RB211, AVON) 
• Mechanical aptitude required with a demonstrated desire to learn.
• Proactive, self-starter with strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Willingness to learn and problem solve.
• Strong level of personal accountability and superior work ethic
• Successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Successful completion of a post-offer medical and drug & alcohol test.

Join us for our Career Fair to learn more about this opportunity! 

Aberdeen October 26th from 10:00am - 3:00pm @ Crowne Plaza Hotel (2 International Gate, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0BE) 

Prestwick October 27th from 10:00am - 3:00pm @ Carlton Hotel (187 Ayr Rd, Prestwick KA9 1TP) 

Cardiff October 29th from 10:00am - 3:00pm @ Village Hotel (29 Pendwyallt Rd, Cardiff CF14 7EF)

Not able to make the events, please apply online and we will reach out after the events to discuss your application

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