Plant Manager - Waterford Energy Center

Job description

Talen Energy is seeking a Plant Manager for our Waterford Energy Center. The Waterford Energy Center is a 880 MW, 3-unit, natural gas-fired facility located in Waterford, OH. The CCGT consists of 3 gas turbines and 1 steam turbine. Position Summary Provide overall leadership and direction to all plant personnel and outside personnel to maximize the value of the generation asset. Drive safe, reliable, and cost-effective performance to achieve corporate objectives and to maximize the profitability of the generating asset. Develop and implement company and business unit Operational Excellence initiatives as a member of the Talen Fossil Division leadership team. Essential Functions Lead, develop and implement long-term business and operation strategies for the plant, which meet departmental and corporate goals. Manage the safety, environmental and NERC compliance activities at the plant to achieve corporate objectives in these areas. Promote a safety conscious work environment. Coordinate generation scheduling with Talen Marketing to derive maximum profitability for the station. Manage the overall operation and maintenance aspects of the plant in an efficient, cost-effective manner. Ensure operating standards are met or exceeded and that all required maintenance activities are completed in a cost effective and timely manner. Develop and manage the plant’s Operations and Maintenance budget and plant inventory. Identify and justify future capital projects that enhance bottom-line financial and operational performance. Lead the plant in efforts to identify and resolve problem areas. Provide contract administration for labor services and materials. Provide supervision, direction and leadership to the plant teams and individuals. This includes day to day supervision, individual development, goal setting, and performance management and recognition. Establish expectations and implement timely/complete communications to all plant personnel to provide information and increase understanding of plant performance; safety, environmental and financial performance; long-term strategies and initiatives; Corporate and department policies, etc. Minimum Qualifications Minimum of 10 years of power generation experience in operation and maintenance of power plant mechanical and electrical equipment and control systems. BS degree in engineering or equivalent experience. Experience leading in an operating power plant work environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of finance and accounting principles. Working knowledge of government regulations including but not limited to OSHA, EPA, DEP, and NERC. Travel Required Travel is required, based on fleet initiatives (5-15%) Note: You will have an opportunity to add attachments to your application. Please use this opportunity to upload your resume, cover letter, and any relevant documents .