Steam Organization, Operations Manager - 59th St Station, Operations

About the role

The Operations Manager will direct all activities related to the safe, reliable, efficient and economical generation of steam and electricity. This position will oversee the 24/7 rotating personnel responsible for safe plant operations. Additionally, this position will establish and continuously review performance standards, operating procedures, work methods and procedures, and departmental objectives.

Responsibilities

• Direct all activities related to the safe, reliable, efficient and economical generation of steam and electricity.
• Oversee the 24/7 rotating personnel responsible for safe plant operations.
• Establish and continuously review performance standards, operating procedures, work methods and procedures, and departmental objectives.
• Make sure that safe work practices are followed and the environment is fully protected in accordance with Company policy and governmental regulations.
• Serve as a Safety champion and ensure implementation of Company safety, health and environmental programs for all employees.
• Ensure the Operations Department adheres to the Steam Operations Standards and Expectation Guidelines for Operations Personnel.
• Provide leadership and control for the daily management of the station, maintain material condition of plant and operating equipment, and support the work management process.
• Validate that the work groups are following safe work practices in accordance with OSHA regulations and all corporate, central operations and station level procedures.
• Respond to emergencies at any time, and act as Incident Commander as necessary, and ensure adequate training and qualifications are obtained.
• Ensure Control room conduct is maintained in a professional manner to minimize distractions.
• Effectively communicate appropriate procedural changes, lessons learned, and engineering plans and specifications to supervisors to ensure the proper operation and restoration of Steam generation and electric generation equipment.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of plant status, derates, maintenance and forced outages.
• Review and update existing operating procedures with the Shift Supervisors. Create and implement new operating procedures where necessary. Ensure compliance to procedures by the operating group.
• Perform appropriate Managerial functions in the interview and placement process of new and transferring personnel. Follow through to ensure timely action on labor issues.
• Ensure the proper and required training and/or licensing of employees, and compliance with all regulatory agencies, such as FDNY, DEC, DEP, PSC USCG, NERC, FERC and their stated permits: SPDES, Title V, MOSF, PBS, CBS is maintained at all times.
• Administer the work permit process and conduct monthly technical audit of OO/WP.
• Promote a customer service focus among supervisors, mechanics and operators, while emphasizing professionalism, honesty, concern, courtesy, excellence and teamwork.
• Authorize the installation of temporary modifications and temporary operating instructions.
• Prioritize new and pending work requests and coordinate work efforts with the planning group.
• Strive to improve morale and productivity of subordinates. Strong knowledge of Company rules, terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the grievance process. Determine appropriate disciplinary action, conduct disciplinary interviews, participate in settlement of grievances, and evaluate subordinates' work performance in a timely manner.
• Perform quality control reviews.
• Create/Encourage a culture that engrain Zero Accident, Operational Excellence, Effective Cost Management, Diversity and Inclusion, and Enhancing the Customers Experience.
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.

Qualifications

• Required Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years of full-time relevant work experience in an operating area or Master's Degree and