Operations Manager

Operations Manager | Combined-Cycle Power Generation | Northern Virginia A leading energy services company is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead operations at a 2x1 combined-cycle natural gas power plant in Northern Virginia. What You’ll Do Lead daily operations and manage Operations & Maintenance Technicians and Lead OMTs Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with plant and company procedures Lead employee development, training, cross-training, and qualification programs Oversee Lockout/Tagout and operational procedures Monitor and optimize plant performance, reliability, and efficiency Support environmental, HSE, NERC, and contractual compliance Partner with the Facility Manager on budgets, reporting, staffing, and plant performance Identify process improvements and opportunities to reduce operating and contractor costs Build and maintain a highly motivated, productive, and technically capable operations team Make sound operational decisions during emergency situations What We’re Looking For 7+ years of relevant power generation experience 4+ years in a supervisory, management, or project leadership role Strong combined-cycle power plant operations experience Required: Hands-on knowledge of large frame gas turbines (Siemens, GE, etc.) Strong understanding of O&M functions within a combined-cycle facility Knowledge of NERC requirements and power system operations Ability to read P&IDs, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and team development skills Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required; bachelor’s degree preferred 20% annual plant performance bonus 401(k) Paid parental leave, time off & holidays Professional development & career succession planning Employee perks & discount programs #PowerGeneration #EnergyJobs #PowerPlantJobs #OperationsManager #CombinedCycle #NaturalGas #Siemens #SGT65000F #VirginiaJobs #EnergyCareers #PlantOperations #J-18808-Ljbffr