Plant Maintenance Manager (Power Operations)

Maintenance Manager Overview

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the maintenance and repair of critical plant systems and equipment, including gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, chillers, water treatment systems, and balance-of-plant components.
• Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to ensure operational reliability.
• Supervise maintenance personnel and oversee the performance of third-party contractors to ensure high-quality work and adherence to standards.
• Champion a culture of safety by enforcing safety protocols and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and workplace safety requirements.
• Administer and optimize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for effective planning, tracking, and reporting of maintenance activities.
• Manage spare parts and tooling inventories; ensure all tools and materials are properly maintained, secured, and replenished as needed.
• Develop and manage maintenance budgets, monitor expenditures, and implement cost control strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including inspections and environmental testing (e.g., boiler inspections, AQMD leak detection).
• Prepare detailed work scopes, maintenance job plans, and technical specifications; solicit and evaluate competitive bids for equipment and services.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation, including equipment manuals, records, inspection reports, and maintenance histories.
• Participate in the recruitment, training, and performance management of maintenance team members to build a strong, skilled workforce.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and QA/QC teams to support plant reliability and performance objectives.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) for maintenance planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Provide regular status updates, insights, and recommendations to the Plant Manager and Owner’s representatives regarding maintenance initiatives and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum 10 years of maintenance management experience in a power generation or industrial plant environment.
• At least 7 years of hands-on experience in power plant maintenance, including both gas and steam turbine systems.
• Minimum 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role within a maintenance team.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, controls, and industrial network infrastructure.
• Proven experience with rotating equipment, industrial refrigeration systems, and predictive maintenance methodologies.
• Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, NFPA, and NEC.
• Experience with Aeroderivative Gas Turbines is considered a strong asset.