Plant Operations Supervisor

SCS Engineers; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401K with employer match

Annual bonus program

Paid holidays & PTO

Parental leave

Job summary

SCS Engineers seeks a Plant Operations Supervisor to lead power and gas processing plant operations, ensuring technical performance and reporting. You’ll supervise Plant Managers and Operators, step in as Operator/Manager as needed, and drive safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance across projects.

Responsibilities include coordinating with site teams, managing scopes and budgets, and delivering monthly reports.

Qualifications

• Eight to 10 years’ experience in energy facility O&M and/or construction fields.
• At least 5 years of experience with Plant Operation and/or O&M projects.
• Certifications required: 40 hour HAZWOPER; 8 hour Management & Supervisor; OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120; Confined Space Entry; Trench Excavation Safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and manage plant operations while ensuring plant efficiency, compliance, and safety.
• Assist with managing, directing, and organizing operations staff in accordance with project scopes, schedules, budgets and reporting requirements.
• Assist Operations Manager to achieve revenue growth and profitability for the O&M, consistent with business plans.
• Work with Plant Managers/Operators, Project Superintendents, and/or other personnel to implement SCS Energy O&M and construction projects with attention to scope, schedule, budget, contract and changes.
• Develop and submit monthly reporting data for assigned plants.
• Review and approve site production reports and maintain master maintenance schedule.
• Train Plant Managers and Plant Operators in operation and maintenance of power and gas plants.

Education

Eight to 10 years energy facility O&M and/or construction

At least 5 years Plant Operation and/or O&M projects

Certifications (HAWOPER 40h, Management/Supervisor 8h, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120, Confined Space Entry, Trench Excavation Safety)

Job description

What we are looking for

The Plant Operations Supervisor will supervise and lead power plant and/or gas processing plant operations. This person will be responsible for the technical performance and reporting requirements of the plant as well as oversee Plant Managers and Plant Operators working in the facility. This position will also perform the duties of a Plant Operator or Manager when required.

How you can make an impact

• Supervise, direct, and manage plant operations while ensuring plant efficiency, compliance, and safety.

• Assist with managing, directing, and organizing operations staff in accordance with project scopes, schedules, budgets and reporting requirements.
• Assists Operations Manager to achieve revenue growth and profitability for the O&M, consistent with business plans.

• Works with Plant Managers/Operators, Project Superintendents, and/or other personnel to implement and perform SCS Energy O&M and construction projects giving appropriate consideration to:
  • scope, schedule, productivity, budget, contract, and change orders;
  • subcontracting and material procurement;
  • staffing and oversight of field activities;
  • QA/QC, record keeping, photo records, reporting, data analysis (if applicable), and file maintenance (contract and project);
  • health and safety and safety equipment calibration logs/records; and
  • regulatory agency and client liaison.
• Responsible for the reporting requirements of assigned plants which includes developing and submitting monthly reporting data.

• Reviews and approves site production reports, and maintains master maintenance schedule.

• Responsible for the technical performance of assigned plants.
• Conduct plant operation and maintenance as needed.
• Propose and implement corrective solutions when operational deficiencies are identified.
• Assist with complex troubleshooting and facility repairs.
• Verify plant maintenance protocols are being followed daily.
• Ensure all operations are conducted following SCS Health and Safety protocol and all employees have adequate equipment and training to perform their job safely.

• Trains Plant Managers and Plant Operators in the operation and maintenance of power plants and gas plants.
• Communicate with clients regarding plant operations and escape issues as necessary.

Qualifications

• Eight to 10 years’ experience in energy facility O&M and/or construction fields required.
• At least 5 years of experience with Plant Operation and/or O&M projects.
• Certifications required or to be obtained:
  • 40 hour HAWOPER,
  • 8 hour Management and Supervisor,
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120,
  • Confined Space Entry, and
  • Trench Excavation Safety training.
• Meet physical requirements for walking inspections of improved and unimproved property.

Pay Range

USD $50.00 - USD $60.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below. SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities — from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact — on the world and on your own growth. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
• Annual Bonus Program
• Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
• Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave

SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at [e-mail]