Operations Manager

NAES•Newburgh, NY

About The Position

The Operations Manager at Roseton Power Plant leads the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the facility’s steam-electric generating equipment and auxiliary systems. The position oversees Operations personnel, shift scheduling, operating procedures, training, performance optimization, and regulatory compliance. Working closely with plant leadership and Maintenance personnel, the Operations Manager evaluates plant performance, coordinates operational priorities, manages budgets, and implements improvements that support equipment reliability, availability, and operational excellence. The role directs daily plant operations and personnel, supports continuous operations and emergency response, optimizes plant performance, coordinates maintenance and outage priorities, manages operational budgets, maintains records and controlled procedures, leads training and personnel development, coordinates water chemistry activities, and ensures compliance with environmental permits, regulatory requirements, NAES policies, and facility procedures. The Operations Manager also coordinates contractors, promotes an accountable work environment, and serves as incident commander during emergencies and major operational events. The position reports to the Plant Manager and provides leadership to Operations personnel. It works closely with plant and corporate personnel and other stakeholders. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday on day shift, with extended hours, flexible shifts, weekends, holidays, callout availability, and occasional coverage of Shift Supervisor absences as needed. Some travel may be involved for offsite meetings. The annual base salary is $175,000 to $185,000, with eligibility for an annual performance bonus. The work takes place in a power plant environment and may involve confined spaces, narrow areas, hazardous materials, fumes, extreme temperatures, noise, high heat, and varying outdoor weather. Physical requirements include extended standing, climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Personal protective equipment may be required, and respirator fit testing may be required. All personnel participate in a Fitness for Duty Program, including a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Requirements

Extensive experience in power plant operations, preferably within 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 operational troubleshooting and performance optimization.
Proven leadership experience supervising Operations personnel, managing shift coverage, coordinating training programs, and overseeing employee development and performance.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate operating data, identify equipment performance issues, and implement improvements that enhance 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 and work safely in the described power plant environment.
Participation in the Fitness for Duty Program, including a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

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, and personnel assignments, including 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 improve plant performance and long-term equipment reliability.
Coordinate equipment availability, maintenance priorities, outage planning, operational support, and safe equipment isolation and return to service with the Maintenance Manager.
Monitor operations budgets, resource utilization, and expenditures to support cost-effective plant performance without compromising safety or reliability.
Maintain operating logs, performance records, compliance documentation, and reports for plant management, ownership, utilities, and applicable regulatory authorities, including NERC requirements as applicable.
Administer operating manuals, procedures, and controlled documents, ensuring regular reviews, revisions, and consistent implementation.
Lead operator training, qualification, safety initiatives, and personnel development to maintain technical competency, procedural compliance, and operational readiness.
Coordinate plant water chemistry activities, including sampling, testing, chemical treatment, equipment monitoring, and compliance with established 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 to support operational objectives, safety requirements, and cost controls.
Promote a positive, accountable work environment through employee coaching, performance management, open communication, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Serve as incident commander during emergencies and major operational events.
Perform other duties as assigned to support plant operations, maintenance, safety, and compliance objectives.