Manager Operations - Senior

Brookfield Renewable•Lewiston, ME

About The Position

Reporting to the Director, Operations, the incumbent will be responsible for directing and managing the activities of a group of employees which include contractors, supervisors, group leaders and various craft technicians engaged in the operation, maintenance and repair of hydroelectric facilities and associated equipment to ensure safe, efficient and reliable energy production in a manner consistent with operational and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in Hydro or other generation plant operations and maintenance with at least 8-10 years of supervisory experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word and Excel
Encourage growth and skills in staff, exhibit confidence in self and others, and demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness and professionalism
Ensure that company personnel, contractors and consultants are following company approved HSSE policies and procedures, and that public and company property is protected
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory licenses, permits, and company codes of operation and conduct
Excellent working knowledge of safety regulations, EUSA safety rules, Brookfield policies, rules and procedures
Knowledge of scheduling, planning and budgetary controls and ability to prepare technical reports
Ability to set priorities for multiple objectives
Superior skills and abilities in written and oral communications, analysis, problem-solving, planning, prioritizing and organizing abilities
Proficient with Microsoft applications
Excellent functional and technical skills
Ability to withstand and function under stressful situations
Willingness to learn and expand into roles outside their area of operation
Maintain a valid driver’s license – traveling required

Responsibilities

Ensure that company personnel, contractors and consultants are following company approved Health & Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with applicable legislations
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory licenses, permits, and codes of operation and conduct
Manage and coordinate all activities related to maintenance and operations for the Kennebec and Saco River
Establish, plan and execute maintenance programs and balance with operational priorities
Ensure the development and implementation of short and long term strategies, and assist in the develop of budgets and work plans
Allocate resources to achieve annual corporate HSSE, maintenance and administration plans and objectives within established budgets
Tender, contract and negotiate agreements with contractors or consultants on behalf of Brookfield
Supervise maintenance, trades and technical staff and assist in the development of training plans
Monitor the appropriate engagement of employees within their group and ensure necessary activities occur to maintain/enhance that engagement
Capable of managing their own accountabilities with limited direct manager interaction, while ensuring appropriate communications occurs within the organization