Mgr Operations

Calpine•Deer Park, TX

About The Position

Manage daily operations and production activities at a power plant, directing operations personnel and overseeing plant operations. The role manages multiple operations and maintenance functions, with an operational focus, and is accountable for employee, budget, cost, project, safety, environmental, and compliance outcomes. The position also oversees staff and contractor training and development and contributes to recruiting and selection.

Requirements

High school diploma, technical/vocational school degree, or equivalent.
Previous work leadership or senior-level contributor experience.
Typically at least 5 years of power plant operations experience.
Strong computer skills, including experience with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software.
Valid state driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree.
Heavy-frame combustion turbine background.

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations and production activities and direct the work of operations personnel.
Supervise operators across all aspects of power plant operations.
Issue operating instructions for economic dispatch, maintain optimum water balance, and supervise the plant chemistry program.
Assure operational efficiency, reliability, and compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Develop and coordinate plant safety programs, including oversight of training certifications, compliance, and tag-out procedures.
Maintain current environmental and permit requirements and ensure Calpine compliance reports are complete, accurate, and submitted on time.
Ensure staff comply with local, state, and federal regulations and plant procedures.
Monitor and enforce a safe work environment and participate in developing procedures for consistent and safe operations.
Manage operations and maintenance functions such as commissioning, control room operations, crane operations and vehicle maintenance, plant maintenance, IC&E, and water treatment.
Manage employees, including human resources, cost, and budgetary accountabilities.
Assist in developing and administering plant operating budgets.
Determine tactical approaches, resources, schedules, and goals for assigned work and projects.
Prepare and communicate staff work schedules, balance workloads, and monitor work quality.
Manage large-scale projects and activities, potentially across related functional areas.
Conduct performance reviews and make promotional and pay decisions for support and professional-level employees.
Oversee staff and contractor training and development and serve as a primary decision maker in recruiting and selection.