Supervisor Operations - Electric Generation

NiSource

22h

About The Position

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for directing and managing the operation of coal-fired generating units, with a focus on maximizing unit output, efficiency, environmental compliance, and high unit availability. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Proven technical competence and understanding of fossil-fueled electric power production processes.
Previous supervisory experience of bargaining unit employees in an industrial environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to foster teamwork, participation, and individual accountability to achieve high expectations.
Experience documenting/evaluating employee performance, administering overtime, and enforcing policies.
Effective dispute resolution skills, including grievance hearings and contract interpretation.
Commitment to safety and proper use of PPE.
Budget management experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent heavy industrial experience.
Strong business sense and dedication to competitiveness.
Ability to work a 12-hour shift rotation and adapt to changing schedules.
Physical ability to work in high noise, dust, extreme temperatures, and hazardous environments; climb ladders/stairs; and work near heavy equipment.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Four-year degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field.
Five or more years of supervisory experience in fossil power generation or a similar industrial setting.
In-depth knowledge of generation station design, operations, and maintenance.
Understanding of combustion principles, steam generator, and steam turbine operations.
Familiarity with electrical transmission systems and switchyard operations.
Experience with sub-critical, controlled circulation drum boilers and negative-draft pulverizer coal mills.
Experience with mechanical-draft cooling tower operation.
Technical competence in fossil fuel power plants.
Understanding of power plant process controls/computers (e.g., Foxboro systems).
Working knowledge of coal-fired boiler emission regulations (NOx, particulate, mercury).
Experience collaborating on operations/maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

Direct and manage the operations of coal-fired units, emphasizing output, efficiency, environmental compliance, and availability.
Promote and enforce safe work habits among Operations personnel, optimizing productivity and equipment use.
Coordinate with Maintenance and Planning departments to prioritize unit and system requirements, maximizing reliability.
Provide daily coordination, facilitation, and direction for station activities.
Communicate openly, clearly, and frequently with all stakeholders.
Serve as the lead management representative during back shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Document and evaluate employee performance, administer overtime, manage timekeeping, and enforce company policies.
Handle disputes, conduct grievance hearings, and interpret/apply company and union contracts.
Ensure use of safe work methods and personal protective equipment.
Control budgetary expenditures as set by senior management.
Collaborate on the creation and revision of Operations and Maintenance procedures.