New Haven Harbor Station is a 4-unit, 598-MW power generation facility featuring one oil and natural gas-fired steam generator and three GE LM6000 combustion turbines. We’re seeking a Senior Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations, ensure plant performance and compliance, and oversee start-up, shutdown, and maintenance activities. This is a shift-work leadership role with responsibility for plant personnel and performance, including serving as Incident Commander during emergencies and acting as site authority when management is absent.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and supervise plant operations staff (bargaining unit associates).
Ensure safe, reliable, compliant, and efficient plant operations.
Oversee daily and outage-related work to maintain unit availability.
Coordinate generating unit operations with external entities and grid operators.
Maintain open communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Enforce corporate policies and operating procedures.
Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to direct reports.
Support maintenance activities as needed.
Act as Incident Commander during plant emergencies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Qualifications and Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or technical degree preferred).
Minimum 8 years of experience in power generation or industrial facility operations.
Minimum 5 years as a qualified control room operator.
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Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Understanding of federal, state, and local regulatory and environmental requirements.
Experience with work management systems.
Preferred Qualifications
At least 5 years in a supervisory or lead operator role.
Experience with Emerson Ovation control systems.
Familiarity with GE steam generator and turbine systems.
Knowledge of root cause analysis (RCA).
Ability to interpret and explain control logic.
Exposure to operational excellence initiatives.
Familiarity with accounting, purchasing, and work management software.
Physical Requirements
Ability to climb ladders and stairways (three-point contact).
Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, and work in confined spaces.
Capable of walking/standing for long periods.
Comfortable working in extreme weather and high altitudes.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work extended hours and rotating shifts, including weekends.
