Operations Manager

CAMS; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Temple Generating Station is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day plant operations and a 21-person operations team. The role focuses on safety, reliability, and cost efficiency, reporting to the Plant Manager.

Ideal candidates have deep experience with gas and steam turbines, EH&S and NERC compliance, and proven leadership in a power generation setting. Occasional on-call and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in power plant operations/maintenance with gas and steam turbine knowledge.
• Proven leadership experience managing operational teams.
• Expertise with gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, controls, and monitoring systems.
• Knowledge of EH&S, NERC compliance, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency with MS Office, plant monitoring software, and reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience managing operating budgets and costs.
• Valid driver's license and ability to respond to site emergencies.
• Physical ability to perform duties up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for daily operations and maintenance to meet safety, reliability, and financial targets.
• Recruit and develop a multi-skilled operations team.
• Plan with Maintenance Manager to maximize plant availability.
• Monitor plant performance and adjust strategies to optimize production and cost.
• Ensure EH&S compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee documentation, logs, and reporting.
• Lead response to outages and emergencies, with 24/7 on-call support.
• Support budget development and monitor expenses.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Gas & steam turbines

EH&S & NERC compliance

Budgeting & cost control

Communication

On-call & emergencies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Plant monitoring software

Production reporting tools

Job description

Brief Description

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of day-to-day plant operations at the Temple Generating Station, a dual 766MW combined cycle power facility. The site features Siemens SGT6-5000F gas turbines, SST6-5000 steam turbines, and associated systems, delivering reliable power to the Texas ERCOT grid. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Operations Manager leads a skilled team of 21 direct reports and ensures safe, reliable, and cost-effective plant operations. This role emphasizes leadership, operational excellence, and a continuous improvement mindset to maximize plant availability and performance.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for daily operations and maintenance activities to achieve safety, environmental, reliability, and financial performance targets.
• Recruit, train, and develop a multi-skilled operations team that is technically proficient, flexible, and motivated.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to plan and coordinate maintenance activities to maximize plant availability.
• Monitor plant performance, adjusting operational strategies and schedules as needed to optimize production and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure quality service delivery and cost control.
• Implement and manage continuous improvement initiatives, driving operational excellence and process efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health & safety (EH&S), and NERC regulatory requirements.
• Oversee plant production in alignment with power purchase agreements, market commitments, and owner requirements.
• Develop and execute training and qualification programs for operations staff.
• Lead the plant's response to abnormal conditions, forced outages, and emergency situations, including 24/7 on-call support as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely plant documentation, including operational logs, reports, and maintenance records.
• Support budget development and monitor plant operational expenses to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and plant ownership among staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager or company leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in power plant operations and maintenance, with a strong understanding of gas and steam turbine technologies.
• Proven leadership experience managing operational teams in a power generation environment.
• Expertise in gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, electronic controls, and monitoring systems.
• Solid knowledge of EH&S regulations, NERC compliance, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, plant monitoring software, and production reporting tools.
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to foster teamwork and build effective relationships at all levels.
• Experience managing operational budgets, tracking costs, and driving financial performance.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to respond to site emergencies.
• Performs repetitive and non-repetitive physical duties. Requiring lifts, pushing, pulling, stretching, bending, climbing, working in awkward positions, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of human resource management and employee relations.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and change management.
• Prior experience with project management and capital improvements in a power generation facility.

Summary

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• LTD
• STD
• Life insurance plans
• additional "al la carte" benefits
• 401k
• flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs
• employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.

This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.