Plant Operations Manager

portlandgeneral; Clatskanie (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric in Oregon seeks a Manager, Plant Operations to lead and develop a team responsible for the safe, reliable operation of power generation assets. You will manage day-to-day plant activities, ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards, and drive performance.

Ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in engineering and 8+ years in power plant ops with at least 2 years of management, plus knowledge of regulatory requirements and emergency planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Eight or more years in power plant operations, maintenance, engineering and related support activities.
• Two years of management/supervisory experience preferred; bargaining staff management experience is a plus.
• Experience with Combined Cycle Power Plant operations desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of a power generation plant safely, reliably and economically.
• Lead a team of plant operations staff and provide technical guidance.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards and procedures.
• Oversee emergency planning, response and staff training.
• Monitor expenditures and enforce financial controls within plan.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We are always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

Manager, Plant Operations

Beaver, Clatskanie, OR

In this role, you'll ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of PGE's power generating fleet and generation plants.

Key Job Information:

Manager, Plant Operations 6611 Career Level: M2 Manager

As a manager, you'll manage professional associates and/or supervisors. Is accountable for the performance and results of a team. You'll adapt departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. Your decisions are guided by policies, resources and business plan; receives moderate guidance from manager. You'll also provides subject matter guidance to associates, colleagues and/or customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Plant Operations Management:

Manages a team of plant operations staff responsible for operating energy generation and ancillary facilities (e.g., water treatment plant); provides technical management for the team, ensuring that objectives are met and all relevant standards/procedures and regulations (environmental and safety) are followed; responsible for the safe execution of work; ensures that operational problems are identified and resolved; ensures that operational procedures and working practices are current and fit for the purpose.

Manage Operations:

Manages day-to-day operations of a power generation plant safely, reliably and economically within the constraints of complex regulatory requirements; ensures Power Operations' needs for plant output are met; works with other functional areas and plant management to balance goals and costs to achieve best results; develops, administers and enforces procedures and policies for plant operations; ensures that plant maintenance activities meet the priorities of plant operations.

Train Staff:

Responsible for effectiveness of the operations training program.

Emergency Planning/Response:

Assists plant manager with implementation of an emergency action plan; develops and maintains procedures for effective plant operation, testing, startup, shutdown and for operating equipment in emergency situations; leads and/or participates in periodic staff training in carrying out the plans for the plant as it relates to floods, earthquakes, fire, equipment or structural failures and other emergencies.

SafetyLeadership:

Promotes, trains team members and monitors safety practices.

Financial Management:

Monitors and manages expenditures, ensuring that all financial targets are met, and examines any areas where budgets/expenditures vary from plan; assists with the definition and operation of effective financial controls and decision making.

Resourcing:

Oversees resourcing decisions and planning for team; partners with HR in the definition of jobs, recruitment, evaluation and selection processes.

Professional Development:

Reviews organizational development needs and training strategies to determine required learning and development outcomes for the team; provides guidance in the creation of development plans; monitors ongoing progress and provides coaching and mentoring and provides feedback; completes annual performance management reviews.

Education/Experience:

Education: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline or equivalent experience.

Experience: Typically eight or more years of progressively responsible experience in power plant operations, maintenance, engineering and related support activities or a related field and two years of management/supervisory experience preferred; prefer previous experience managing bargaining employees. Combined Cycle Power Plant experience desired.

• Advanced knowledge of plant systems and equipment.
• Intermediate knowledge of company policies, objectives and procedures as they relate to plant operations.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of operations-specific metrics to monitor and manage plant performance.
• Advanced knowledge of environmental requirements for operating the plant.
• Advanced knowledge of the operating principles, running adjustments and capabilities of all plant machinery and equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of root-cause analysis application techniques.
• Intermediate knowledge of industry compliance requirements, standards and reporting requirements (such as OSHA, NERC, FERC, NEC, NESC, NFPA 70, etc.)
• Intermediate knowledge of mechanical, electrical, water chemistry and/or controls and operational principles.
• Intermediate knowledge of electrical transmission, distribution and protective devices.
• Intermediate knowledge of labor relations, including retained management rights and applicable union contracts and local work rules.
• Intermediate knowledge of budgetary and planning practices. Intermediate skills in computer systems, including Microsoft Office.
• Advanced knowledge of plant operation.
• Advanced knowledge of fundamental engineering/economic principles and concepts.

General Competencies:

• Advanced analytical thinking skills.
• Advanced decision-making skills.
• Advanced interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of the utility industry.
• Advanced organization and prioritization skills.
• Advanced problem-solving skills.
• Advanced project management skills.
• Advanced written/oral communication skills.
• Intermediate organization management skills.
• Intermediate resource management skills.
• Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks.
• Ability to follow accuracy standards.
• Ability to follow through on decision‑making tasks.

• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress.
• Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change.
• Ability to accept and demonstrate self‑awareness when provided constructive feedback.
• Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement.
• Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks.
• Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization.
• Demonstrates sound memory.
• Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks.

Leader Practices: Drives Results, Plans and Aligns, Decision Quality, Drives Engagement, Courage

Schedule/Attendance:

• Ability to work long hours.
• Ability to work a variable schedule.
• Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather.
• Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full‑time attendance.
• Ability to work shift schedule.
• Ability to work on‑call schedule.

Physical Capabilities:

• This position requires a valid driver's license and a history of safe driving practices.
• Frequent daily driving/travel/commute within the service territory.
• Occasional driving/travel/commute inside/outside the service territory.
• Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift).
• Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 50lbs.
• Carrying: Up to 50lbs.
• Unstable surfaces requiring balance:
  • Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings).
  • Confined spaces.
  • Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces).
  • Stairs (over 10steps).
  • Ladders (over 10rungs).

Environment: Plant

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well‑being and professional development, both now and into the future.

Join us today and power your potential!

Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

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