Senior Operations Leader - Safe, Efficient Power Plant

Xcel Energy; Colorado; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Colorado seeks a seasoned operations leader to guide a safe, high‑performing team across multiple facilities, driving efficient resource use and continuous improvement. The role emphasizes safety leadership, operational excellence, strategic planning, budget oversight, and talent development to ensure reliability, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.

Requires 7+ years in utility design/operations/maintenance, a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), supervisory

Qualifications

• Seven or more years in design, construction, operations or maintenance of utility systems or related industries.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Three years of supervisory experience with union labor agreements.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible safety leadership and drive safety improvements.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and data integrity.
• Develop and execute strategic plans, budgets, and business plans for area of responsibility.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Project management

Communication

Analytical

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Xcel Energy in Colorado seeks a seasoned operations leader to guide a safe, high‑performing team across multiple facilities, driving efficient resource use and continuous improvement. The role emphasizes safety leadership, operational excellence, strategic planning, budget oversight, and talent development to ensure reliability, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.

Requires 7+ years in utility design/operations/maintenance, a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), supervisory