Operations Manager

iLocatum; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Bridgeport is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the plant operations. Responsibilities include ensuring safety and efficiency of operations, managing personnel, and compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have over 10 years of power plant experience and 5 years in a supervisory role. This full-time position offers a vital leadership opportunity in an exciting operational environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of power plant or similar experience required.
• 5+ years supervising technical and administrative personnel.
• Experience leading a represented workforce desired.

Responsibilities

• Direct activities of Shift Supervisors and personnel to maintain efficiency.
• Prepare plant operation reports and manage budgets related to operations.
• Recruit and train operations personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Process Improvement

Budget Management

Compliance Knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Siemens T3000 control systems

Job description

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Position Summary

The person holding this position provides leadership to the plant operations personnel for the safe and efficient operation of generating equipment under the general direction of the General Manager. He/She manages the daily operation of the facility to ensure that the environment and plant personnel are safe, and the equipment is operated efficiently. Develops and maintains start-up, shutdown, normal, abnormal, and emergency operations procedures, monitors and tracks plant operating performance, and prepares operating and outage reports. He/She ensures that all plant operations are performed in compliance with all permits, laws, and regulatory requirements.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Directs the activities of Shift Supervisors and other personnel assigned to the Operations Department to ensure that generating requirements and plant efficiency are maintained, and that safety and environmental standards are met.
• Reviews and improves operational processes and ensures proper training and adherence to procedures.
• Develops action plans to align employee responsibilities with operational processes.
• Investigates operating abnormalities and incidents to improve equipment availability and performance.
• Prepares plant operation reports and investigates outages.
• Recruits and trains operations personnel.
• Prepares and manages budgets related to operations.
• Provides operational input to maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Establishes goals based on market and stakeholder needs.
• Supports plant safety programs.
• Coordinates plant training activities.
• Ensures standardization of best practices across shifts.
• Acts as primary contact with ISO-NE Lead Market participant and transmission operator.
• Oversees compliance with NERC Reliability Standards.
• Knowledge of GADs reporting, Microsoft Office, Maximo CMMS, Siemens T3000 control systems, or similar experience is a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Occasional overnight travel
• Physical ability to transit plant facilities
• Ability to work in a standard office environment and hazardous conditions

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience preferred
• 10+ years of power plant or similar experience
• 5+ years supervising technical and administrative personnel
• Experience leading a represented workforce desired

Physical & Working Conditions

• Extended standing, stairs, ladder climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and wearing protective equipment required.
• Extended hours, varied shifts, and on-call status required.

Additional Details

• Position level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing