Manager, Operations

Xcel Energy•Rogers, NM

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Xcel Energy is seeking an Operations Manager to supervise a high-performing, safe operations team across multiple functions, facilities, or commodities. The role involves driving the efficient and cost-effective use of resources through consistent application of policies and procedures. Key responsibilities include ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operations, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The position also focuses on driving the attainment of corporate and business unit strategies, goals, objectives, and process/performance metrics. This role is based onsite at the Sagamore Wind Farm, Monday to Friday.

Requirements

Five or more years in design, construction, operations, engineering or maintenance of utility systems/power generation plants or related industries/fields or equivalent.
Demonstrated technical expertise in specific functional area including standards, procedures, and applicable government/environmental regulations.
Operational knowledge of work and asset management and analytical/reporting applications.
Effective change leader with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate company and business area strategies and objectives to a variety of stakeholders.
Proven results at achieving performance and operational metrics and driving process adherence.

Nice To Haves

Associates or technical degree preferred.
Three years of supervisory experience.
Completion of an approved apprentice program in an appropriately related craft.
Demonstrated understanding of utility finance.
Demonstrated experience working as or with bargaining unit employees.
Will be required to work rotating shifts and/or be on call.
Live within a 60-mile proximity of work location Sagamore Wind Farm.

Responsibilities

Provide visible safety leadership and contribute to a strong safety culture.
Drive real-time safety accountability through meetings, job briefs, audits, training, and incident investigations.
Evaluate team performance based on operational efficiency, reliability, and quality metrics, taking corrective action as needed.
Identify and drive the adoption of continuous improvement opportunities.
Provide direct leadership over crew effectiveness, quality, and productivity.
Maintain a continuous presence in the work environment and assist in removing barriers.
Ensure correct crew composition and skills to meet operational objectives.
Assist in preparing resource forecasts and providing input to work plans.
Recruit talented employees, manage performance, and provide training and coaching.
Represent the organization in bargaining unit discussions, grievances, and corrective actions.
Build and maintain effective internal and external relationships.
Provide working knowledge of systems and resources to assist employees and stakeholders.
Oversee and coordinate work execution and documentation in accordance with policies, labor agreements, and regulatory standards.
Support and ensure completion of required compliance and technical training.
Establish, monitor, and track processes for regulatory compliance.