Operations Manager

NAES•Town of Newburgh, NY

2d•$175,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager at Roseton Power Plant leads the safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of the facility’s steam-electric generating equipment and auxiliary systems. The role oversees Operations personnel, operator scheduling and shift coverage, operating procedures, training, performance optimization, and regulatory compliance. Working with plant leadership, Maintenance personnel, and other stakeholders, the manager evaluates plant performance, coordinates operational priorities and outages, manages budgets and resources, and implements improvements to support equipment reliability, availability, and operational excellence. The role also oversees water chemistry activities, operating documentation and reporting, contractor work, employee development, and emergency response. The Operations Manager serves as incident commander during emergencies and major operational events and reports to the Plant Manager. This position is based at the Roseton Power Plant, a 1,223 MW generating facility in Newburgh, New York. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday on day shift, with extended hours, flexible shifts, weekends, holidays, callout availability, and shift coverage as needed. Some travel may be involved for offsite meetings. The work environment may include confined spaces, narrow areas, hazardous materials, fumes, extreme temperatures, noise, high heat, and varying outdoor weather. Duties may require protective equipment and respirator fit testing. Physical demands include prolonged standing, climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. The position offers an annual base salary of $175,000 to $185,000 and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. NAES Corporation provides operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy and industrial facilities and states its commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

Extensive experience in power plant operations, preferably at a large steam-electric generating facility, with demonstrated responsibility for safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.
Comprehensive technical knowledge of boilers, steam turbines, generators, control systems, electrical distribution, water treatment, and balance-of-plant equipment, including troubleshooting and performance optimization.
Proven leadership experience supervising Operations personnel, managing shift coverage, coordinating training, and overseeing employee development and performance.
Ability to evaluate operating data, identify equipment performance issues, and implement improvements to reliability, availability, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
Thorough understanding of industrial safety practices, lockout/tagout (LOTO), emergency response, and applicable OSHA and facility safety requirements.
Practical experience coordinating maintenance activities, planned and forced outages, equipment isolation, and operational readiness with Maintenance personnel.
Proficiency in budget management, contractor coordination, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card or ability to obtain one upon hire.
Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license that remains in good standing.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, participate in the Fitness for Duty Program (including post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening), and comply with facility safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related technical field; equivalent power generation, industrial, technical, or military experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Familiarity with environmental permits, regulatory compliance, operational reporting, and applicable NERC requirements.

Responsibilities

Direct daily plant operations and Operations personnel to maintain safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally compliant electricity generation.
Oversee operator scheduling, shift coverage, personnel assignments, on-call assistance, and emergency response coordination.
Optimize thermal and electrical performance through operating targets, equipment monitoring, performance analysis, and improvement initiatives.
Analyze operating trends, equipment failures, and recurring issues to identify corrective actions and support long-term equipment reliability.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager on equipment availability, maintenance priorities, outage planning, operational support, and safe equipment isolation and return to service.
Monitor operations budgets, resource utilization, and expenditures to support cost-effective performance without compromising safety or reliability.
Maintain operating logs, performance records, compliance documentation, and reports for plant management, ownership, utilities, and regulatory authorities, including applicable NERC requirements.
Administer operating manuals, procedures, and controlled documents, ensuring regular review, revision, and consistent implementation.
Lead operator training, qualification, safety initiatives, and personnel development.
Coordinate water chemistry activities, including sampling, testing, chemical treatment, equipment monitoring, and compliance with operating parameters.
Ensure adherence to environmental permits, regulatory requirements, NAES policies, and facility procedures through operational oversight, staff training, and coordination with Environmental personnel.
Develop contractor scopes of work, coordinate vendor activities, and monitor contractor performance.
Promote an accountable work environment through coaching, performance management, open communication, and continuous improvement.
Serve as incident commander during emergencies and major operational events.
Perform other duties as assigned to support plant operations, maintenance, safety, and compliance objectives.