Operations Manager, Power Plant

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Contour Global
is a KKR-backed next-generation Independent Power Producer (IPP) operating across the United States, Latin America, Europe and Africa. The company manages a diversified portfolio of nearly6 GW
of renewable generation, flexible thermal power and battery energy storage assets, providing reliable, dispatchable power solutions that support the transition to a more electrified and sustainable future.

Contour Global is transforming into a predominantly renewable power platform through the decarbonization of its thermal fleet and the development of large-scale renewable energy and battery storage projects. Leveraging its in-house development, engineering and operational capabilities, the company currently has more than 2 GW
of renewable and BESS projects under construction and approximately
15 GW
in development.

Building on its advanced commercial and energy management capabilities, Contour Global partners with utilities, industrial customers and digital infrastructure operators to deliver tailored power solutions through long-term contracts, corporate PPAs and powered-land solutions that shorten time-to-market for data center developments.

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Operations Manager, Power Plant

Location/Hobbs (onsite)

Job Summary

The Operations Manager leads the safe, reliable, complaint, and efficient operation of the plant. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position provides day-to-day leadership to the Operations team and works closely with Maintenance, Environmental, Health and Safety, and other plant functions.

The Operations Manager is responsible for implementing the plant operating plan, monitoring plant and equipment performance, developing employees, and identifying opportunities to improve safety, reliability, efficiency, and operating costs.

This is an opportunity for an experienced power generation professional to lead a critical operating team, solve complex operational challenges, and directly influence plant performance.
Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Operations team in maintaining safe, reliable, compliant, and efficient plant operations.
• Monitor plant conditions and ensure thermal and electrical output is maintained at appropriate operating levels and efficiencies.
• Respond to normal, abnormal, and emergency operating conditions in accordance with established procedures.
• Keep the Plant Manager informed of significant operating conditions, risks, and corrective actions.
• Partner with the Maintenance Manager to communicate equipment conditions, prioritize maintenance needs, and support equipment reliability.
• Analyze operating results, equipment performance, and failures to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement practical solutions that improve plant safety, reliability, productivity, efficiency, and operating cost.
• Lead or support failure analysis and root cause reviews, including the use of the Five Whys methodology.
• Oversee the plant water chemistry program, including required testing, inspections, documentation, and treatment activities.
• Maintain the Environmental Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manual and support compliance with all applicable environmental permits and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate environmental activities across plant departments and ensure Operations employees are trained to respond appropriately to environmental events.
• Ensure plant operations comply with Contour Global policies and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Maintain current plant operations manuals, policies, and procedures. Develop and revise procedures as needed to reflect safe and effective operating practices.
• Ensure plant logs, operating records, and required reports are accurate, complete, and maintained appropriately.
• Develop contractor scopes of work and oversee contractor performance to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution.
• Establish clear objectives, expectations, and accountabilities for Operations team members.
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, performance reviews, and professional development.
• Oversee employee onboarding, technical qualification, and continuing operations training.
• Maintain the plant training program and ensure an adequate number of qualified employees are available to support continuous and safe operations.
• Build succession plans and prepare employees for expanded responsibilities.
• Create an accountable,…