Manager, Station Operations (South)

Eversource Energy; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking an experienced manager to oversee distribution and transmission substation operations and maintenance across a defined geographic region. You will be accountable for safety, reliability, cost-effectiveness, and budget planning, leading a team of professionals and coordinating across internal groups.

The role requires deep knowledge of transmission/distribution systems, strong leadership, and a track record in energy delivery operations.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, related discipline or equivalent experience.
• MS in Engineering or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages maintenance performance of assets per schedules and methods.
• Monitors KPI trends and recommends actions to improve performance.
• Directs safety awareness and compliance initiatives within the division.
• Develops employees using performance management and coaching.

Skills

Transmission systems

Distribution systems

Safety requirements

HR management

IT literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/related field

MS in Engineering or MBA preferred

Tools

Office automation software

Information systems

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

This position is jointly accountable with other Electric Operations’ Managers for providing safe, reliable and cost-effective electric service to customers. Under the general direction of the Director, Station Operations, this position is responsible for the effective management of the Company’s distribution and transmission substation operations and maintenance activities, within a geographic region. Also responsible for developing the budget, setting plans and goals and overall management of area personnel and resources.

This role is responsible for coverage of station operations in New Bedford, Plymouth, and Yarmouth.

Essential Functions:

• Manages the performance of maintenance of assigned assets according to prescribed schedules and methods; ensures all activities are performed in a timely, effective, and cost-efficient manner.
• Participates in establishing Reliability Centered Maintenance (“RCM”) methods and initiatives and manages the tactical application of RCM in the division. Participates in repair versus replace (i.e., O&M versus capital) decisions.
• Ensures compliance with environmental programs, policies, rules and regulations.
• Monitors key performance indicators (KPI’s), identifies trends, and takes appropriate actions within his/her jurisdiction, and/or effectively recommends actions to improve performance across the entire Maintenance Process.
• Promotes teamwork among and between all members of the organization in his/her jurisdiction and other internal groups.
• Develops employees using performance management, coaching, and, as appropriate, rotational assignments. Effectively promotes a continuous learning environment and encourages employees to pursue internal and external learning opportunities.
• Directs safety awareness and compliance initiatives within the division, and monitors safety performance. Champions efforts to achieve world-class excellence regarding safe work practices and procedures, and safety performance.

Qualifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Requires extensive knowledge of the Company’s transmission and distribution systems.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable work practices and procedures and safety requirements.
• Detailed knowledge of energy delivery power system maintenance and operation.
• Human resource management and business planning skills.
• Working knowledge of information technology and the use of Eversource’s office automation and information systems.

Education:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, related discipline or equivalent experience.
• MS in Engineering or MBA preferred.

Experience:

• Ten (10) or more years of related substation experience is required.
• Experience in energy delivery is preferred.
• Supervisory experience is also preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator License is required.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. Coordinates emergency response activities that could last for extended periods.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Attends to problems in off-hours and for extended periods.
• Work is conducted outside, in varied conditions and terrain including adverse weather conditions, and in a normal office environment.
• Drives to various job site locations and customer premises to supervise work, and review or discuss construction job requirements.
• May work with computers for long periods of time during the day.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$158,090.00-$175,650.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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