Nuclear Response Team - In Training (Security) [NB Power]

Job summary

Conduct foot and vehicle patrols, respond to alarms and security threats, and provide armed tactical response at the Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station. Search people, packages, and vehicles; monitor surveillance and intrusion detection systems; record site access; and investigate and report security incidents.

Job details

Job Posting Information Nuclear Response Team - In Training (Security) Current and future Term and Regular positions Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station, New Brunswick, Canada Competition # E21722-2025 At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for new members to join us. NB Power's Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station is seeking candidates for its Nuclear Response Team (NRT). The Nuclear Response Team is responsible for the security of personnel and assets at the Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station, ensuring compliance of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) Nuclear Security Regulations, and all applicable NB Power Security procedures and processes. Nuclear Response Team Officers provide armed, tactical response capabilities, on a shift basis, in addition to conducting general security and security-related administrative activities. Key Functions Include, But Are Not Limited To Carrying out foot and vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, and fence lines. Responding to alarms on site and operate conventional and armored patrol vehicles. Be prepared to provide armed, tactical response to a Station security threat. Conducting searches of persons, packages, and vehicles entering and leaving the facility, using physical and technological methods to ensure no weapons, explosives or other prohibited items enter the facility and to prevent the unauthorized removal of nuclear material. Monitoring and recording all vehicle traffic and personnel entering the site in accordance with approved procedures and operating policies. Operating and monitoring surveillance video and intrusion detection equipment located within the Central Alarm Station. Investigating incidents and preparing condition reports involving breaches of security regulations or other incidents discovered during security patrols or as requested by the Nuclear Response Team Sergeant. Our Ideal Teammate Will Have Post secondary certificate, diploma, degree or on track to graduate in June 2025, in one of the following: Police Foundations, Police Science, Law and Security, Criminal Justice, Corrections, Criminology, or a course deemed an equivalent level of education OR Canadian Armed Forces Military Service* of either: Regular Force with minimum three years of continuous service Military Reserve with minimum three years as a Full Time Reservist Military Reserve with minimum five years as a Part-Time Reservist Submission of Members Personnel Record Resume is required for proof of Canadian Armed Forces Service An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified. Candidates Must Also Meet The Following Qualifications And Requirements Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence Complete and pass Aptitude & Psychological Testing Complete a competency-based interview Complete medical screening including hearing, vision and bloodwork Must hold at time of application, a valid Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) for both RESTRICTED and NON-RESTRICTED weapons Complete and pass Fitness Testing consisting of the Ontario Police Fitness Award PIN Program https://pfpo.org/ontario-police-fitness-pin-award-program/ Please note physical and medical testing MUST be conducted in person at the designated location in New Brunswick. Our Ideal Candidate Will Also Have Strong attention to detail Strong oral and written communication skills Experience carrying a firearm in the line of duty and the ability to deal with stressful situations Team orientated, but also able to work independently without direct supervision, when required Possess basic computer skills with word, excel, outlook and/or access control applications such as OpenText Physical ability to carry approximately 45 pounds of equipment periodically throughout a 12-hour shift on a rotating schedule that involves working nights, weekends, and holidays as per shift schedule Conditions of Employment Security Clearance: Due to security requirements at Canadian Nuclear facilities, the successful candidate will require a Site Access Security Clearance to Level II SECRET. This process includes verification of background information, credit check, references, a Criminal Record Name Check, and a Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) security recommendation. Maintaining this clearance is a mandatory requirement for the position. Medical Clearance: Must be medically cleared as "fit for duty" by NB Power's contracted physician and maintain this status. Annual Physical Testing: Must successfully pass and maintain annual physical testing. Nuclear Response Team Training: Must successfully pass the on-site Basic Tactical Officer Course (BTOC). Certifications: Must be able to obtain and maintain Nuclear Security Officer status and Public Agent Status through the approval of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. Alcohol and Drug Testing: Nuclear Response Team members are subject to alcohol and drug testing in the following circumstances: pre-placement, random, post-incident, for cause, and return-to-duty/follow-up, as outlined in REGDOC-2.2.4, Managing Alcohol and Drug Use by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. Passing pre-placement test is mandatory for continued employment. Could you be our next team member? Apply today! Your resume and required documentation such as the valid restricted and non-restricted PAL, Valid Driver's Licence, proof of education and (if applicable) Members Personnel Record Resume MUST be attached to your online application. In order to be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must provide proof of Canadian citizenship. NB Power will accept foreign credentials if they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials . Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved. An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months. We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to: Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed Various options for paid or unpaid leaves Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union Career development and growth throughout the organization Competitive wages For questions concerning this job opening please contact Nicole Ferguson at careers@nbpower.com . NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.

What you’ll do

Conduct foot and vehicle patrols, respond to alarms and security threats, and provide armed tactical response at the Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station. Search people, packages, and vehicles; monitor surveillance and intrusion detection systems; record site access; and investigate and report security incidents.

Requirements

Applicants need a qualifying post-secondary credential in a relevant field or qualifying Canadian Armed Forces service, a valid Class 5 driver's licence, and restricted and non-restricted firearms licences. They must pass aptitude, psychological, medical, and fitness testing, obtain and maintain security clearance, and be able to complete required nuclear security training and work rotating 12-hour shifts.

Benefits

• Health and Dental Plans
• Health Spending Account
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Paid and Unpaid Leave Options
• Career Development and Growth
• Competitive Wages

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Security Patrols
• Armed Tactical Response
• Firearms Handling
• Alarm Response
• Person and Vehicle Searches
• Surveillance Monitoring
• Intrusion Detection
• Incident Investigation
• Condition Reporting
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Independent Work
• Stress Management
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Energy
• Government & Public Sector

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