Operations Manager

1. POSITION DETAILS:Position Title: Operation Manager - AVON PlantReports to: Plant ManagerDepartment: OperationsClosing date: 11 April 20242. KEY RESPONSIBILITIESDay to day efficient management of all plant operation activities through a team of site based staff according to good utility practice, dispatch instructions, the company rules and procedures, OEM guidelines, legal, environmental, contractual and other requirements;Responsible for company safety rules and Permit-to-Work system and driving the safety culture;Development of the short and long term operation strategy for the plant and the development of capable staff to support that strategy;Ensure the operation department staff is selected, mobilized and maintained as required;Determine and schedule the resources and requirements for each activity;Ensure that the plant meets safety, availability, reliability, efficiency, generation and budget targets. Communication with load dispatch and fuel dispatch as per Grid Code;Ensures reporting as per contractual and business requirement;Responsible for the operations QA/QC and root cause analysis program;Administer the safe systems of work through a computerized management program;Establish, implement and monitor the adherence to operations procedures and routines;Development, achievement and reporting of operation KPI's and objectives in line with the Business Plan;Efficient management of resources, supplies and consumables while controlling the risks to the business;Key role in management of the plant operation aspect of all contracts, especially the O&M agreement with the Owner;Efficient management of resources, supplies and consumables;Establish, implement and monitor a detailed plant thermal efficiency monitoring;Prepare, control, analyse and report on the yearly and long term budget and business plan for the operation dept. to the various stakeholders through reporting KPI's;Ensure reporting to all stakeholders as required;Coordinate operation activities with administration, maintenance, finance, and Health, Safety and Environment departments;Establish and facilitate training programs for individual development and competence within the operation department;Organize performance evaluation and succession planning for key staff in the operation department;Adherence and active participation in establishing, implementing and executing Quality, Health, Safety and Environment policies and standards;Maintaining high standards of management, ethics and leadership;Continuously improve systems and procedures based on experience.3. HEALTH & SAFETY:The Job Holder will work in a controlled hazardous environment.Work Levels and Conditions and Risks:Work Level 5 (OSHA scale 1 to 6): the tasks that he performs as part of their daily work activities represent risks and are controlled by means of procedures, supervision, safety devices and HSE Teams in such a way that its non-observance that could lead to a serious accident or even death.Exposure to Risks:Traffic risks, ergonomic risks;Risks inherent to the job of the Operations Manager while performing inspections, site visits, operations and maintenance activities, etc.Personal Protective Equipment:Hard hat/safety helmet;Ear protection (plugs or ear muffs);Safety glasses;Safety shoes;Cotton work wear;Safety Gloves;Recommended HPE (Health Protection Equipment):Ergonomic office equipment;4. JOB CONTEXT:Peakers Operations ("the Company") operates two open cycle peaking power facilities through its O&M Agreements with the Owners of Dedisa Peaking Power Pty Ltd and Avon Peaking Power Pty Ltd;Dedisa Peaking Power Plant and Avon Peaking Power Plant has capacity of 342 MW and 685 MW respectively;The Company is fully owned by ENGIE with registered office: Block E, Lincolnwood Office Park, Woodlands Drive, Woodmead, 2191, Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa;The Owner Company is 38% owned by ENGIE, 25% by Mitsui, 27% by BEE SPV and 10% by BBBEE SPV;The projects are Independent Peaking Power Generation projects, having a 15 years Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Eskom Holdings as a single off-taker;The Job Holder will be based at the Facility.5. MODUS OPERANDI:The Job Holder works as head of the operation department of the Facility and reports to the Plant Manager.6. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:The Job Holder will work and communicate with:Internal: The Facility Manager, Finance, Administration, Maintenance, Health, Safety and Environment;External:Owner, through the O&M agreement;Regional offices of the shareholders;Govt. Authorities as required;Other Contractual Counterparties, Contractors, Suppliers, Equipment Manufacturers and Vendors.7. FRAMEWORKS, BOUNDARIES AND DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY:Operates within the approved budgetary limits and assigned authorities;Approves expenses incurred by team members in the course of performing their duties in accordance with the established Policies;Is part of the approval process for purchase orders, payments, contracts and master data as defined in the Company delegation of authorities, processes, policies and procedures.8. JOB DIMENSIONS:Number of staff supervised: Approximate number of Direct Reports:14Position titles of Direct Reports:4 Shift Charge Engineers;4 Operation Engineers;4 Field Operators;1 Plant Chemist;1 Assistant Plant Operator;BudgetAccountable for:Operation budget;9. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:Essential Qualifications:An accredited Mechanical/Electrical Engineering degree;Registration as Profession. Engineer an added advantage;Relevant management qualification (MDP) is an added advantage;Demonstrated competence at engineering level supported by relevant education and training.Experience:At least 10 year experience in the operation of a large power plant;Knowledge and experience of Gas Turbine operation, v94.2 Siemens or Ansaldo units preferred;Leading and managing people;Use of safe systems of work;Use of computerized management system;Engineering concepts and principles;Knowledge and application of OHS Act and other relevant Safety regulations;Interaction with purchasing, finance and accounting, maintenance, administration;Budget control and reporting.Skills:Behavioral:Drive to achieve results through himself and others;Ability to build and work with multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff;Ability to work together with the other departments in order to achieve the best result for the company;Take ownership;Maintains high ethics standard;Motivation and leadership of team and individual team members;Respects the others as well as the cultural diversity;Seek, organize and exchange information for decision making and problem solving;Ability to create a climate of open communication on personal and professional issues;Ability to work autonomously, prioritizing tasks and activities in line with business objectives;Quality and environmental awareness and managing according to quality standards and procedures;Innovation, vision, creativity, taking initiative, problem solving and decision making;A pro-active approach to planning and decision making;Ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders.Language:English Language: excellent communication skills both written and verbal;Afrikaans/Zulu is an advantage.IT:Computer literate: must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases, Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Enterprise Resource Planning applications (Maximo/SAP or equivalent);10. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures;Behaves in a responsible way;Lives the values of the company;Undertakes other duties as may be requested within reason.
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