Vanessa Andrews
Summary
2nd Class Power Engineer with 7+ years experience, adept in operating large-scale coal-fired power stations and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Excelled in teamwork, problem-solving, and executing preventative maintenance, significantly enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in both technical aspects of power generation and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Class Power Engineer
Nova Scotia Power
04.2022 - Current
- Operate a 180MW coal-fired electrical generating unit. (Circulating Fluidized Bed)
- Examine and adjust valves, pumps and other equipment to verify proper functioning.
- Monitor operations to spot and report on issues for quick resolution.
- Test water and condensate to check safety and compliance with regulations.
- Ensure safety compliance through regular audits, employee training, and adherence to safety regulations.
- Install and remove safe work permits
- Perform unit start ups and shutdowns.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on power plant equipment.
- Operate boilers, turbines and other auxiliary power plant equipment.
- Maintain a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing workplace hazards.
- Respond immediately to emergency situations and implemented proper procedures to minimize impacts.
- Assist in employee training as required.
2nd Class Power Engineer
Nova Scotia Power
03.2017 - 04.2022
- Operated a 4 unit 620 MW Coal fired electrical generating station.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on power plant equipment.
- Monitored control panel data to ensure plant operations were within parameters.
- Operated boilers, turbines and other power plant equipment.
- Performed unit Start ups and Shutdowns.
- Maintained power plant compliance with industry safety and environmental standards.
- Completed daily inspections and tests on plant equipment and documented findings.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
- Performed Lock out tag out procedures.
- Conducted performance tests on boiler, turbine and auxiliary equipment.
- Monitored and operated coal handling systems.
Education
Power Engineering Technology -
NSCC Strait Area Campus
Port Hawkesbury, NS06.2016
4th Class Power Engineering/ Process Operations -
NSCC Marconi Campus
Sydney, NS06.2015
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Power generation
- Operational procedures
- Safety Procedures Adherence
Certification
- 2nd Class Power Engineering
- Process Operations
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
2nd Class Power Engineer
Nova Scotia Power
04.2022 - Current
2nd Class Power Engineer
Nova Scotia Power
03.2017 - 04.2022
Power Engineering Technology -
NSCC Strait Area Campus
4th Class Power Engineering/ Process Operations -
NSCC Marconi Campus
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