Job Summary
Operations Team Leaders provide general direction and support to all work groups involved in the safe and reliable operation/maintenance of the plant in full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local permitting requirements on a 24-hour, 7 days a week basis. The Operations Team Leader will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the plant, including, but not limited to, communicating with Fleet Operations, providing support to the site operations training program, procedure development, participating in plant change management processes, coordinating solutions from technical experts in Southern Company Technical Shared Services, working with the Planning & Scheduling department to ensure effective outage and maintenance activities, procuring materials, reviewing/approving invoices, coordinating contractor-provided services, and overseeing projects to ensure quality workmanship and value for the cost of service. The Operations Team Leader provides leadership to employees to maximize plant reliability and efficiency while complying with all safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements. The successful candidate will provide coaching through performance management for each member of the team, seeking to develop the employees’ skills for future opportunities. Serving alongside other team leaders and as a member of the plant leadership team, the successful candidate will provide input concerning potential work methods, processes, or equipment improvements that would contribute to the success of the plant.
The Operations Team Leaders will support the Retail Combined Cycle Operations Review Board (ORB) and Maintenance Review Board (MRB) efforts, champion System Ownership amongst team members, promote an inclusive and positive culture, and lead by example. Operations Team Leaders assume responsibility for all on-site activities when the Plant Manager and the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager are not available. The Operations Team Leader reports directly to the Operations and Maintenance Manager
Job Experience
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of electric generating plants is preferred.
- Experience in the operation and maintenance of a Combined Cycle plant preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership is preferred. Demonstrated leadership could include, but is not limited to, previous supervisory experience, outage coordination, substitution, or formal leadership roles on special projects or teams.
- Proficient computer skills required (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
- Knowledge of the 4-week planning process, MAXIMO, Primavera, CiMS, and purchasing process preferred.
- Experience with performance-management including training, setting goals, giving feedback, and coaching preferred.
- Thorough understanding of the IBEW contract agreement required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrate safety as a core value and actively pursue continuous improvement of the plant safety culture.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Analytical skills are necessary to determine current and future operating conditions to optimize plant performance.
- Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
- Must be flexible, forward- thinking, and strategic-minded.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent ability to work well with and develop teams.
- Knowledge of environmental, safety and OSHA regulations required.
- Knowledge of Capital and O&M budget process preferred.
- Proficiency with power plant systems and components required.
- Strong planning and coordination abilities.
- Self-motivated.
- Experience with DCS & OIS as a diagnostic and troubleshooting tool.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to inspire and motivate others and develop a positive culture.
- Must have proven working knowledge of current procedures and work control policies.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of the LOTO procedure SCG-SH-0201 is required.
Values
Role Model for Our Values—Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity and Superior Performance
This position requires participation in a rotating on-call status. The successful candidate may serve as incident commander during emergency situations. In addition, the position may be required to support hurricane/severe weather assignments at the plant. This position has the overall leadership responsibility for the plant on night shifts, holidays, and weekends.
Georgia Power Company has classified this position as “Safety Sensitive” and as such is subject to relevant pre-employment screening(s) to determine fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing all required fitness assessments.
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 11698
Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
