Operations Director

Reference

EPR008858

Posting Reference

#LI-Remote

Location

Remote, Remote, USA

Type

Full Time

Job Category

Operations

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EthosEnergy is currently seeking an Operations Director. Who will be reporting to the EthosEnergy VP Operations, we are seeking an Operations Director who will be responsible for providing Operations & Maintenance contract oversight and leadership to facility management and plant teams in support of primarily Hydro assigned asset portfolio as well as supporting business and program development and other strategic needs of the O&M business unit, and of EthosEnergy Company. This individual is responsible for delivering superior interface with both internal and external customers and key stake holders. The role will offer the opportunity for exposure to other power generations sectors including BESS, Wind and Thermal.

Job Responsibilities

- Ensure that each EE operated Facility is operated and maintained in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

- Provide supervision and leadership to each Facility Manager. Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities for the Facility Management to ensure appropriate skill sets are maintained. This includes the implementation and scheduling of training programs that cover operations, maintenance, safety, and regulatory areas.

- Become familiar with the O&M Agreements for each facility and ensure that the terms of each agreement are followed and satisfied. Ensure all reports and information required under the terms of the O&M contract are prepared and submitted in a timely manner.

- Support EE O&M policy development and ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and commercial commitments.

- Implement programs and activities that provide a work environment that promotes effective goal accomplishment, productivity, and morale.

- Establish regular communications with Facility Owners to discuss plant performance and problem resolution. Schedule periodic meeting with Owners as per the O&M Agreements.

- Collect and/or review regional O&M financial and HS&E performance looking for trends that would allow proactive implementation of countermeasures

- Participate in EE O&M business development meetings and activities. Help prepare O&M proposals for new projects and help identify potential business opportunities.

- Implement process improvements within EE O&M and help identify and track key performance indicators at both the plant level and the corporate level.

- Special projects as assigned

Required Skills / Knowledge

- A thorough demonstrated understanding of power plant operations, including a working knowledge of the operations & maintenance functions.

- A thorough, demonstrated knowledge of energy facility operations, O&M contracts and management methods are necessary to control and improve the business.

- A working knowledge of chemistry as it relates to applicable plant operations as well as environmental and water treatment programs and statutory regulations

- Understand budgets, bid proposals contract evaluation and basic accounting principles, plant economics and power pool operations.

- Analyzes and interprets data to make sound professional judgments and recommendations.

- Ability to manage and motivate teams.

- Extensive travel is required to meet with Plant Managers and Owner Representatives

Experience

- A minimum of ten years of power plant O&M experience in progressive leadership roles with significant prior Hydro Facility / Plant Manager experience, with diverse Energy Industry and corporate management experience a plus.

Education Requirements

- A four-year degree or commensurate experience is required as well as a demonstrated track record of successful goal achievement. Quality program training and certifications a plus.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to walk, reach, climb, stoop and lift (up to 50 pounds). This position requires frequent domestic US travel, and the possibility of occasional international travel.

What We Offer

- Supportive company culture that values its employees

- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan

- Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays

- Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus

- Personal Development & Career Succession Planning

- Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs

EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.