Operations Manager

Job Description Summary

Management of the Operations Department at Tynagh Power Station to achieve maximum facility availability in a safe, reliable, efficient and environmentally friendly manner in accordance with the customer's requirements and all legislative and regulatory obligations.

Job Description

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The Operations Manager is responsible for the overall management required to operate the plant in safe, smooth and efficient manner, leading the Operations team.

• Operations Manager will work in close coordination with the Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager and EHS Manager while leading plant operation activities at site.
• Ensure compliance with all site Quality Procedures, Work Instructions and EHS Policy and Procedures
• Administer, control and audit all aspects of the sites Safe Systems of Work
• Manage and implement GE EHS procedures within area of responsibility.
• Recruitment, training and personal development of Operations team members.
• Monitor and control of Operations Department budget.
• Generating internal, regulatory and Customer reports and KPIs.
• Provision of support services to the Maintenance Department for completion and recording of routine maintenance activities.
• Co-ordinate with GE O&M Centre of Excellence (CoE) team, GE Engineering and other O&M support team for the resolution of complex issues relevant to operations.
• As Quality Champion - maintaining and auditing routines, schedules and procedures for all operational aspects of the facility, within a quality framework accreditable to ISO 9001
• The Operations Manager will be available on call with the Power Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager at all times.
• When required, deputize for the Plant Manager's absence
• Any other duties as directed by the Power Plant Manager, as are deemed to be within their capabilities.

• Batchelors Degree in Engineering from an accredited College or University or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Power Generation industry in a senior supervisory capacity
• Able to write and speak fluently in the English language

• Knowledge of GE systems and structures
• Proactive, accurate and detail orientated
• Good working knowledge of environmental and safety legislation
• Excellent communication and people management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and other IT tools.

• Pension Plan
• Health insurance
• 25 days annual leave
• Bonus scheme
• Holiday flexibility (buy/sell)
• Group income protection and Life insurance.
• Gym, sports club subsidy
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee assistance program
• Access to GE Learning, wellness program