Operations Manager

Brookfield Renewable N.A.; Town of Fulton (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookfield Renewable N.A. in Fulton, NY seeks a Manager, Operations to direct a team of Hydro Technicians and Station Operators.

The role oversees construction, operation, maintenance and repair of hydroelectric facilities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable energy production under regulatory guidelines across multiple sites. The incumbent reports to the Senior Manager, Operations and will manage safety, training, and project execution, including coordination with contractors and offsite

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of safety and OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Experience with hydroelectric operations, maintenance, construction and environmental regulations.
• Strong planning and preventive/predictive maintenance skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and administrative abilities.
• Proficiency with CMMS tools and data management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, direct, coordinate and supervise maintenance and operating personnel across hydro facilities.
• Train subordinates in maintenance best practices and safety/environmental compliance.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, safety and environmental requirements.
• Lead response to plant emergencies and special safety procedures.
• Oversee project management for maintenance/construction projects and contractors.
• Travel within the New York Region as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Sr. Operations Manager.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Maintenance planning

OSHA compliance

CMMS experience

Strong communication

Education

Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work Location: Fulton, NY

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations, the incumbent will be responsible for directing and supervising the activities of a group of employees (Hydro Technicians and Station Operators) engaged in the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of hydroelectric facilities and associated equipment to insure safe, efficient, and reliable energy production in a manner consistent with operation and regulatory requirements across multiple facilities.

Manager, Operations

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations, the incumbent will be responsible for directing and supervising the activities of a group of employees (Hydro Technicians and Station Operators) engaged in the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of hydroelectric facilities and associated equipment to insure safe, efficient, and reliable energy production in a manner consistent with operation and regulatory requirements across multiple facilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, direct, coordinate and supervise the activities of the maintenance and operating personnel in the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of hydroelectric facilities to ensure continuity of operations;
• Train subordinates in areas such as best maintenance practices, health, safety, security and environmental compliance and proper power plant and dam operating techniques to educate and improve skill levels;
• Execute and comply with applicable company policies and procedures with emphasis on safety and environmental requirements and takes appropriate action;
• Direct personnel in response to plant emergencies, special safety procedures, and operations related activities;
• Ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local regulations and Labor agreements;
• Project management activities for small to medium size maintenance and construction projects which may include contract personnel or contractors;
• Travel offsite throughout the New York Region;
• Other duties as assigned by the Sr. Operations Manager.

Requirements

• Detailed knowledge of safe operating procedures, accident prevention rules, OSHA regulations, company policies, procedures and organization with job related experience;
• Knowledge of hydroelectric operations, maintenance, construction and environmental regulations;
• Working knowledge regarding effective maintenance planning methodologies, preventive and predictive maintenance practices and trouble shooting and failure analysis;
• Candidate must possess strong verbal and written communication and administrative skills;
• Proficient in the use or experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems;

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience to include strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering design as it relates to large rotating machinery and hydroelectric generation equipment installation;
• 5+ years of supervisory experience, preferably including supervision of trades personnel and contractors;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word and Excel;
• Hold a valid US Driver’s License.

Pay Range: $90k-135k with specified bonus