Lead Shift Operations Supervisor

This is a long-term contract role with the largest public energy provider in the U.S., located in Cumberland City, TN. Hourly rate up to $54.56/HR with time and a half for overtime. Expected duration: 1 year (08/24/26 – 08/30/27). Onsite work only.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct plant operations of all units, ensuring shift activities comply with TVA policies, programs, procedures, plant Technical Specifications, and Federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct safe and reliable operation of units, prioritizing the safety and welfare of plant staff and the public.
• Manage and prioritize day-to-day activities of Shift Operations, providing functional supervision and setting priorities for other groups to meet plant operating objectives.
• Act as Site Emergency Director during emergency plan activation, ensuring proper notification of emergency response personnel, Federal authorities, and making protective action recommendations to state and local authorities.
• Ensure manning requirements are met to support Emergency Response.
• Serve as the senior operations manager in the absence of the Operations Manager, accountable for quality and operations performance.
• Resolve conflicts and adjust priorities to support safe and efficient plant operations.
• Conduct briefings for plant organizations and direct operating shift turnover to ensure continuity of operating priorities, objectives, and operations.
• Oversee training, technical and soft skills development, and maintenance of qualifications for all subordinates.
• Maintain professional control, demeanor, and appearance compatible with conducting business and safe plant operation.
• Handle disciplinary action, performance evaluations, and other human resource activities for directly assigned operations employees.
• Perform additional duties such as unit manager, outage specialist, procedures, and training.
• Conduct critical management observations focusing on sensitive work activities and reinforce desired worker behaviors.
• Promote teamwork and an operational focus on continuous improvement using TVA Values and Leadership Principles.
• Maintain adherence to Conduct of Operation Procedures.
• Establish performance directives and direct process improvements, including:
  • Incorporating best work management practices.
  • Directing team members in conflict resolution.
  • Directing self-assessments of processes.
  • Addressing common site and fleet barriers.
  • Championing human performance tools and their use.
  • Actively supporting and using corrective action tools.
• Complete required training and maintain up-to-date safety and regulatory training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Five (5) years of experience in power plant operations (coal power) with two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.
• S4 medical clearance, completion of Entry Qualification Requirements, and Clearance Qualified status.
• Unit operator experience.
• Responsible Employee status as defined by Power Operations Conduct.
• Protective Tagging Procedure and Switchyard training.
• May be required to work assigned shift schedule.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position/access requirements and essential job functions.

Skills

• Leadership skills and ability to direct employees.
• Effective communication with employees and management at all levels.
• Innovative and future-focused mindset; ability to work under pressure with changing priorities.
• Strong negotiating and critical thinking skills.

Pay

Hourly rate up to $54.56/HR with overtime paid at time and a half.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Weekly pay.