Operations Manager

******Job Description Summary****** =================================== The Operations Manager is responsible for the strategic and tactical management required to operate the plant in a safe, efficient, and reliable manner. The Operations Manager will serve as a vital member of the site leadership team, collaborating closely with Maintenance and Site Management to oversee and lead all on-site operations **Job Description** =================== **Key Responsibilities** ------------------------ * Provides overall management required to operate all site equipment and system utilizing GE Vernova **or** Customer’s Facility Work Force. * Develops and implements operational strategy consistent with achieving maximum plant efficiency to meet customer requirements in the most safe, reliable, economical and environmentally safe manner, * Ensures the development and recording of applicable plant operations and maintenance data, * Ensures the performance and recording of periodic operational checks and tests of the plant equipment in accordance with Customer’s requirements, equipment manufacturers’ recommendations, applicable laws and Contractor’s recommendations. * Ensures compliance with requirements for environmental, health and safety requirements in plant operations * Establishes and maintains sampling programs to ensure that the chemistry specifications for site equipment and systems are maintained for the required operating, shutdown, or lay-up condition. * Manages implementation of Log-Out/Tag Out (LOTO) System in accordance with the Contractor’s policies and procedures with the assistance of the Customer. * Manages development and implementation of operating procedures for major systems using Facility designer’s operation manuals/procedures and equipment Vendors' instructions utilizing the GE Vernova or Customer’s Facility Work Force. * Recommends Facility modifications and upgrades to the Customer to enhance plant reliability and performance. * Co-ordinates with GE Vernova O&M Support team, GE Vernova Engineering and other support function team for the resolution of complex issues relevant to operations. * Drives optimization of plant operating strategies with the aim of achieving lower cost operation and/or increased efficiency and output. * Manages preparation of plant operating logs covering critical plant operating parameters and ensures necessary review and analysis to proactively identify potential problems. * Prepares and submits operations activities reports as per requirements of the contract. * Participates and supports plant root cause analysis for the technical events. * Assists the training and qualification of Customer’s operations team as per guidelines of the contract. * Establishes sampling/testing programs and ensures review/analysis of plant chemical reports for maintaining proper chemistry in the plant processes and systems. * Makes recommendations to the Customer to maintain optimum stock of chemicals and operational consumables. * Provides coverage for Plant Manager, Deputy Plant Manager or Maintenance Manager as applicable. **Required Qualifications** * Graduate Engineer in Mechanical, Electrical or Controls from an accredited College or University. * Minimum 10 years of gas turbine combined cycle power plant O&M experience with minimum five years in management position in gas turbine combined cycle power plant operations. * Minimum 5 years of O&M experience at GE Vernova F Class Gas Turbines is a must **Desired Characteristics** * Strong project management, problem solving and organizational skills  * Strong business and financial skills  * Prior experience with GE Vernova O&M in same capacity is preferred * Knowledge of GE Vernova products, services, and processes (GE employees only)  * Prior customer interface experience  * Strong oral and written communication skills  * Strong interpersonal and leadership skills  * Proficiency with computer tools * Ability and willingness to travel as required ******Additional Information****** ================================== **Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes