Southern Company-posted 9 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Quinton, VA
Utilities

This position is accountable for supervising overall plant operations to safely achieve maximum availability of the generating units. This position provides leadership to the operating crews to maximize plant reliability and efficiency while complying with all safety, regulatory and environmental requirements. This position will be responsible for providing technical direction to direct reports and will need to have the ability to make decisions regarding equipment operation. This position will provide direct operational assistance as needed to protect plant assets. This position will provide coaching through performance management for each member of the team. This position provides input to the Plant Leadership Team concerning potential work method, process, or equipment improvements that would contribute to the success of the Plant.

  • Responsible for the day-to-day operation of all power plant equipment to maximize plant reliability and efficiency.
  • Ensure the plant is operated in compliance with all safety, regulatory and environmental requirements.
  • Keep the plant manager, departmental managers, and team leaders informed of equipment conditions that impact plant operations.
  • Provide leadership for plant operations and oversight during nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Coordinate maintenance activities and fuel handling functions during off-hours.
  • Know and effect all emergency plans such as Emergency Action Plan, Oil Spill Response Plan, and Hazardous Spill Response Plan.
  • Provide effective performance management of crew including training, setting goals, giving feedback, and coaching.
  • 5 or more years' experience in Operations of a fossil plant.
  • Recent demonstrated leadership experience.
  • Experience as a Plant Control Operator in the operation of a fossil plant is strongly desired.
  • Experience in the handling and burning of Powder River Basin coal is strongly preferred.
  • Experience in FGD (scrubber) operation is desired.
  • Knowledge of all company policies and procedures in safety, operations, compliance, and equipment operations.
  • Thorough understanding of the contractual agreement between Alabama Power Company and the I.B.E.W.
  • Ability to cooperate with and motivate personnel in organizing training, evaluating and supervising the work of subordinates.
  • Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to develop teams and individuals through team processes and performance management.
  • Knowledge of environmental, safety and OSHA regulations.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of the current LOTO procedure.
  • Analytical skills necessary to determine current and future operating conditions and trends for optimizing plant performance.
  • Competitive base salary
  • Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
  • Health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
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