Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Supervisor

The Camarillo Cogeneration Plant is a combined cycle facility located in Camarillo, California, consisting of a 1x1 GE LM2500 PE gas turbine and a Shin Nippon steam turbine, supported by an air-cooled condenser with a generating capacity of 27 megawatts. The facility operates as part of the California Strategic Reliability Reserve through a contract with the California Department of Water Resources. Plant operations are supported by an ABB Industrial IT 800xA control system.

Opportunity Summary

The Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Supervisor plays a key role in setting operational goals, optimizing processes, and ensuring effective communication across the facility. This role includes managing emergency response plans, supervising, and developing staff, and implementing process improvements for maintenance and renovation projects. The O&M Supervisor also oversees all facility operations, ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulations, manages maintenance programs, and collaborates with stakeholders to optimize plant performance.

The O&M Supervisor is responsible for a combined cycle facility that consists of a 1x1 GE LM2500 PE gas turbine and a Shin Nippon steam turbine with an air-cooled condenser, capable of producing 27 MW. The facility currently operates as part of the California Strategic Reliability Reserve under contract with the California Department of Water Resources.

Your scope of responsibility as O&M Supervisor will include the following primary functions:

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. All NAES managers and supervisors have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a healthy and safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each Supervisor’s performance. This includes, but is not limited to, the following functions:

Working Relationships

The O&M Supervisor reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for overseeing O&M personnel, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the plant and its related processes.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.

Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

The regular work schedule follows a Monday through Friday workweek during standard day shift hours. This position will occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and plant conditions. Periodic callouts or “On call” status may also be required. During plant dispatch, 12-hour shifts may be necessary to support continuous operations.

Some travel will be involved to participate in Manager, Owner, User Group, or other offsite meetings.

Compensation

The initial starting compensation will range from $124,800 to $156,000 annually and will include an annual performance bonus.

Job Qualifications

We are looking for a results-oriented supervisor with experience in the operations and maintenance of power generating facilities, coupled with a track record of leadership, career development, and operational success.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.

Experience

Preferred* We are looking for a results-oriented supervisor with experience in the operations and maintenance of power generating facilities, coupled with a track record of leadership, career development, and operational success.

Education

Preferred* Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required* Driver's License

Skills

Preferred* Leadership

Behaviors

Preferred* Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Equal Opportunity Employer

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