Operations Leader: Safety, Efficiency & Growth

Xcel Energy; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 112,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Pension

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a senior operations leader to supervise a high-performing, safety-focused team across multiple functions. You will drive efficient, compliant operations, support continuous improvement, and align with corporate strategies to satisfy customers and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes talent development, workforce planning, and strong collaboration with bargaining units while ensuring regulatory adherence and safety excellence.

Qualifications

• Five or more years in design, construction, operations, engineering or maintenance of utility systems.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in standards, procedures, and regulations.
• Operational knowledge of work and asset management and analytical/reporting applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety leadership and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Evaluate team performance and drive continuous improvement with data-driven actions.
• Provide direct leadership over crew effectiveness, quality, and productivity.
• Recruit and develop talent, manage performance, and participate in workforce planning.
• Build internal and external relationships to support Operations and stakeholders.
• Oversee compliance with policies, labor agreements, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Safety leadership

Operations management

Team supervision

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associates or technical degree preferred

Apprentice program completion

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking a senior operations leader to supervise a high-performing, safety-focused team across multiple functions. You will drive efficient, compliant operations, support continuous improvement, and align with corporate strategies to satisfy customers and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes talent development, workforce planning, and strong collaboration with bargaining units while ensuring regulatory adherence and safety excellence.