Operations Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Lead daily Operations Department activities.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure employees and contractors follow plant and company safety procedures.
• Support both owner and Ethos Energy programs.
• Implement programs and directives with confidence and commitment.
• Address staff concerns proactively to support productivity and morale.
• Correct negative behavior promptly with positive reinforcement.
• Provide the Facility Manager with regular updates on staff morale and performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Oversee the plant lockout/tagout program.
• Develop and deliver training programs, including cross-training, to build a more flexible and productive team.
• Coach and develop team members to maintain qualifications and required skill sets.
• Delegate projects and tasks to maintain an effective backlog of work orders.
• Distribute work effectively and broaden staff exposure across plant functions.
• Support the HSE Specialist in maintaining environmental compliance, including quarterly and annual reporting.
• Coordinate with consultants, as needed, on environmental projects.
• Support the Facility Manager with facility reporting, including environmental, safety, budgeting, and performance reporting.
• Maintain a productive, motivated team through sound people management and consistent policy enforcement.
• Set high standards for productivity and quality.
• Develop department training guidelines.
• Partner with department staff to maintain job, task, and knowledge requirements.
• Monitor chemical and consumable inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Facility Manager.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of combined-cycle power plant operations.
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Thorough understanding of operations and maintenance functions for Siemens SGT6-5000F gas turbines.
• Ability to write operating procedures, work requests, and purchase requisitions.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, technical manuals, and P&IDs.
• Understanding of budgets, bid proposals, contract evaluation, basic accounting principles, plant economics, and power system operations.
• Ability to lead and motivate team members.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to write routine reports, solve practical problems, communicate clearly, and train others.
• Understanding of NERC requirements.

Experience

• 8+ years of relevant experience, including 4+ years in a supervisory, management, or project oversight role.
• 4–6 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.

Education Requirements

• Associate’s degree from a two-year college or technical school, or equivalent, required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, plus a proven record of achieving goals, preferred.

What We Offer

• Approved salary range for this position is $145,000 - $165,000 based on education and skillset
• 20% Plant Bonus based on performance
• Supportive company culture that values its employees
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan
• Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays
• Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus
• Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
• Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Employee Referral Bonus