Operations Manager - Safety, Optimization & Leadership

Xcel Energy Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Health Savings Account

Limited-Purpose FSA

Transportation Reimbursement Account

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Transit programs

Employee recognition program

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Xcel Energy Inc is seeking a Senior Operations Leader to supervise a high-performing safety-focused team across multiple functions and facilities. You will drive efficient, compliant operations, lead process improvements, and align with corporate and business unit strategies while maintaining strong stakeholder relations.

The role emphasizes creating a culture of safety, managing performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction while meeting financial objectives. Deadline to apply is 08/25/26.

Qualifications

• Five or more years in design, construction, operations, engineering or maintenance of utility systems/power generation plants or related fields.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in standards, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Operational knowledge of work and asset management and analytical/reporting applications.
• Effective change leadership and ability to communicate strategies to stakeholders.
• Proven results in achieving performance and operational metrics and driving process adherence.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety leadership and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Evaluate team performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide direct leadership over crew effectiveness and productivity; remove barriers.
• Recruit talent, manage performance, and drive development.
• 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 Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Data Analysis

Strategic Planning

Education

Associates or Technical Degree

Job description

Xcel Energy Inc is seeking a Senior Operations Leader to supervise a high-performing safety-focused team across multiple functions and facilities. You will drive efficient, compliant operations, lead process improvements, and align with corporate and business unit strategies while maintaining strong stakeholder relations.

The role emphasizes creating a culture of safety, managing performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction while meeting financial objectives. Deadline to apply is 08/25/26.