Operations Leader - Incoming Repair Scoping

GE Vernova; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. seeks an Operations Leader to oversee incoming lean line operations, drive continuous improvement, and deliver high-quality repair services. You will manage cross-functional teams, guide performance, and ensure safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

You will partner with Lean and Planning teams to align scoping output with capacity, own customer communications, and lead initiatives that optimize repair processes and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3 - 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, repair operations, MRO, or equivalent industrial operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Results-driven with strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven experience leading production teams and delivering output, productivity, and financial targets.
• Experience in gas turbine, aerospace, MRO, or precision component repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day shop operations, workflow planning, and resource allocation to meet incoming repair scoping schedules and customer expectations.
• Lead daily gemba and tiered management reviews to drive execution against production, financial, TAT, and SQDC targets.
• Partner with the Lean team to build and operationalize Incoming Lean Lines, drive cross-functional execution, and develop a high-performing, customer-focused team.
• Partner with downstream process repair Ops Leaders and Planning teams to align scoping output, material readiness, repair capacity, and induction schedules.
• Own scoping-related customer communication, delivery commitments, progress updates, and operational escalations.
• Develop and implement process improvements, standard work, and best practices for incoming repair scoping lean lines.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, including GE Vernova’s internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Drive performance management for the operations team, including goal setting, regular performance reviews, coaching, and development planning to ensure continuous improvement and high engagement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of supervisors, technicians, and support staff.
• Collaborate with AMRT teams, product engineers, process engineers, and other support functions to optimize repair processes and troubleshoot technical challenges.
• Monitor KPIs, drive root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to ensure operational targets are met.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize resource utilization within the value stream.
• Support business growth initiatives, including new repair technologies, capability expansions, and customer engagement activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Results oriented

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Lean

Kaizen

Gemba

Process optimization

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an Operations Leader to manage the incoming lean line operations, ensuring operational excellence, process optimization, and timely delivery of high-quality repair services. The Operations Leader will be reporting to the Senior Operations Manager - Incoming Repair Scoping. The role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, managing team performance, and achieving key performance metrics in safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day shop operations, workflow planning, and resource allocation to meet incoming repair scoping schedules and customer expectations.
• Lead daily gemba and tiered management reviews to drive execution against production, financial, TAT, and SQDC targets.
• Partner with the Lean team to build and operationalize Incoming Lean Lines, drive cross-functional execution, and develop a high-performing, customer-focused team.
• Partner closely with downstream process repair Ops Leaders and Planning teams to align scoping output, material readiness, repair capacity, and induction schedules.
• Own scoping-related customer communication, delivery commitments, progress updates, and operational escalations.
• Develop and implement process improvements, standard work, and best practices for incoming repair scoping lean lines.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, including GE Vernova’s internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Drive performance management for the operations team, including goal setting, regular performance reviews, coaching, and development planning to ensure continuous improvement and high engagement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of supervisors, technicians, and support staff.
• Collaborate with AMRT (Advanced Manufacturing & Repair Technology) teams, product engineers, process engineers, and other support functions to optimize repair processes and troubleshoot technical challenges.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), drive root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to ensure operational targets are met.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize resource utilization within the value stream.
• Support business growth initiatives, including new repair technologies, capability expansions, and customer engagement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3 - 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, repair operations, MRO, or equivalent industrial operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Results-driven, with strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven experience leading production teams and delivering output, productivity, and financial targets.
• Experience in gas turbine, aerospace, MRO, or precision component repair preferred.

Desired Characteristics

• High accountability, sense of urgency, and execution discipline.
• Strong organizational Skills & Continuous improvement mindset
• Proven performance management and team development skills
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Strong background in Lean, Kaizen, flow creation, and continuous improvement.
• Strong gemba leadership mindset — hands-on, data-driven, and action-oriented.
• Customer-centric mindset with a passion for building trusted relationships and enhancing customer experience and satisfaction.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No