Senior Operations Supervisor

Description

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• 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.