Power Plant Operations & Reliability Leader

Coulter Services; California; On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulter Services is seeking a General Plant Manager in California to lead safe, reliable operation of a gas-fired or geothermal power plant. You will oversee all plant activities, drive performance, and ensure regulatory and environmental compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and the ability to manage budgets and optimize efficiency while sustaining a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience managing power plant operations.
• Strong knowledge of plant maintenance practices and operational reliability.
• Ability to maintain strict safety and environmental compliance.
• Competence with performance metrics, continuous improvement methods, and budget management.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant activities, including operations and maintenance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, environmental adherence, and high plant availability.
• Lead a strong operational team and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Use data-driven metrics to evaluate performance and optimize efficiency.
• Manage budgets and resources while driving continuous improvement.
• Support innovation and actions that enhance grid reliability and cleaner energy outcomes.

Skills

Leadership experience

Power plant operations

Maintenance practices

Safety & compliance

Performance metrics

CI & budget management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

Coulter Services is seeking a General Plant Manager in California to lead safe, reliable operation of a gas-fired or geothermal power plant. You will oversee all plant activities, drive performance, and ensure regulatory and environmental compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and the ability to manage budgets and optimize efficiency while sustaining a culture of safety and continuous improvement.