Power Plant Director

Doyon Limited

About The Position

Doyon Utilities provides excellent career opportunities for motivated individuals. As the primary utility provider for the U.S. Military in Alaska, we offer stability and opportunity even in uncertain times. If you want to be a part of a work family that values professionalism, dedication, collaboration and innovation, we're the right company for you. Full health care coverage, a generous 401(k), and a month of annual paid time off are some of our amazing Company benefits. Our Company culture will make you feel right at home. A Brief Overview The Power Plant Director oversees the 24/7 operation of the Doyon Utilities Central Heat and Power Plant (CHPP) including workforce management, safety, and compliance. This role ensures the safe, efficient operations and maintenance of the 22 MW coal-fired cogeneration facility in full compliance with Doyon Utilities, State of Alaska and federal environmental and safety regulations. This role relies on the Plant Engineer for technical expertise and engineering advisory support to inform operational decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Project Management required. A combination of education and relevant experience may be substituted at a 2:1 ratio (e.g. two years of education equals one year of experience).
5+ years managerial experience with progressive responsibility in a coal fired power plant.
5+ years Supervisory experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Working knowledge of power plant operations sufficient to provide leadership, oversight, and informed decision-making, supported by technical advisory input from the Plant Engineer.
Ability to analyze plant operations and develop strategies to improve operational efficiency.
Ability to analyze complex problems and develop and implement solutions.
Extensive knowledge of the power generation industry.
Extensive knowledge and proficiency in developing projects including job development and cost estimating.
Maintain a working knowledge of regulatory requirements, especially as they are dictated by EPA, OSHA, ADEC, Regulatory Commission of Alaska and other agencies.
Ability to effectively communicate in writing, in person, over the phone, and video.
Ability to develop and implement a reporting mechanism to keep senior managers advised of utility operations at the site.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to establish and maintain safe working practices in accordance with the corporate safety program and Ft. Wainwright safety directives.
Demonstrated effective leadership and people management skills.
Ability to guide and coach others.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CMMS software (Maximo, preferred).

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of the Fort Wainwright Central Heat and Power Plant (FWA CHPP) in accordance with established corporate priorities.
Work closely with the plant engineer to determine optimal operational strategies and to solve operational issues.
Establish daily priorities, schedule, plan, and manage personnel resources to ensure workforce competence.
Prepare project cost estimates and provide quality control for projects.
Provide primary input to the annual operating plan and budget submission to the government.
Evaluate capital needs and support the corporate 5-year plan, with emphasis on developing scopes of work and accurate first-year cost estimates.
Implement and enforce safety and environmental practices in accordance with the corporate program and Ft. Wainwright directives.
Coordinate with Site Directors to apply lessons learned and best practices to CHPP work activities.
Direct all activities for steam and electrical production systems, including outage contingency planning and load shedding priorities in coordination with the Ft. Wainwright Directorate of Public Works and the FWA Director of Utilities.
Provide directions to utility contracted vendors to ensure a reliable service to customers.
Operate within a regulated utility environment including operating within ADEC, EPA, DOT, DOL, OSHA and EEOC guidelines.
Execute a Quality Control program as required for the facility.
Collaborate with executive leadership to align operations with strategic goals, including project planning and cost estimation.
Ensure compliance with the Doyon Utilities privatization contract requirements.
Attend regularly scheduled meetings with other Doyon Utilities representatives and the departments of the Army as the DU site representative for the purpose of reporting the operational status of the installation.
Develop and manage the annual budget within approved limits.
Meet the reporting requirements established for the utility operations.
Supervise all aspects of the CHPP operations and maintenance and provide effective direction to the CHPP Maintenance and Operations Supervisors, plant work leaders and plant personnel.
Learn, adopt, and apply safety programs.