Operations and Maintenance; O&M Manager

Opportunity Summary

The Fremont Energy Center is a 540 MW natural gas‑fired generating station with a 2 x 1 configuration, offering operational flexibility and efficiency. It has 163 MW of duct‑firing capacity, allowing increased electricity production by utilizing exhaust heat from the gas turbines.

• Oversee the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all power generation equipment, including gas turbines, steam turbine, HRSGs, duct firing systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Monitor performance indicators, assess equipment status, and lead daily operations to minimize downtime, optimize heat rate, and ensure operational continuity.
• Develop short‑ and long‑term operational plans to optimize performance and align with production goals and regulatory standards.
• Analyze data to identify trends and implement strategies that increase efficiency, flexibility, and reliability.

• Plan, manage, and schedule preventative and corrective maintenance programs for mechanical, electrical, and control systems to maximize uptime and ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Attend outage planning meetings, develop strategies to minimize downtime, and ensure timely, efficient, and safe repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment performance, including runtime, downtime, maintenance costs, and manpower, and report findings to the Plant Manager.
• Track and report on maintenance activities to support future planning and audits.
• Monitor compliance with environmental, safety, and health regulations, including air emissions, wastewater discharge, and OSHA standards, while identifying and mitigating operational risks related to personnel safety and regulatory adherence.
• Develop, test, and implement emergency response plans for equipment failure, grid instability, and hazardous material incidents.

• Supervise and mentor plant production, operations, and maintenance personnel, overseeing work, conducting pre‑job briefings, ensuring job completion, and promoting effective performance through training, performance appraisals, and development initiatives.
• Coordinate staff training programs, provide guidance, and motivate personnel to accomplish their duties while ensuring adherence to high safety, quality, and performance standards.
• Conduct performance appraisals, oversee Lockout/Tagout procedures, and provide guidance on safety, task completion, and operational continuity.
• Assist with budget development and management, controlling expenditures, coordinating procurement of parts and services, and communicating with utility providers, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to support operations and strategic plant goals.
• Write, review, and update procedures to ensure safety, consistency, and compliance with industry best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager, supporting plant operations and contributing to overall plant success.

NAES Safe – Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. All NAES managers and supervisors have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a healthy and safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each Supervisor’s performance.

The O&M Manager reports to the Plant Manager and supervises subordinate operations personnel. The O&M Manager cooperates with the Compliance Coordinator, Plant Engineer, and Plant Administrator as needed in the daily operation of the plant.

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. The power plant environment may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying…