Operation and Maintenance Manager

We are looking for an Operation & Maintenance Manager to join our Power Plant team in Pecos, Texas
. The role reports to the Plant Manager and oversees the day‑to‑day operation of the facility, including 24 engines and all associated auxiliaries, ensuring preventive and corrective maintenance programs are effectively planned and executed to meet contractual, safety, and performance targets.

As the Operation & Maintenance Manager you will lead, manage, and optimize all operational and maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance. The position drives continuous improvement in plant reliability, availability, and efficiency through performance monitoring, data analysis, and implementation of best practices, while maintaining full compliance with QEHS standards and agreement obligations.

• Execute activities related to the operation and maintenance of the power plant.
• Develop and implement the annual Operation and Maintenance Plan and manage required resources.
• Prepare the report calculating reliability and availability indices of the power plant and monitor them.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Plan, assign, and supervise operations personnel, including training and motivation.
• Develop a Training Plan for the team and identify new professional training needs.
• Implement and supervise operational and maintenance procedures.
• Prepare monthly reports on operational and maintenance performance and propose improvements.
• Monitor equipment and system performance, making necessary adjustments to optimize production.
• Ensure availability of spare parts, tools, and elements necessary for planned and unplanned maintenance.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in power plant operation and maintenance.
• Strong leadership, communication, teamwork, and results orientation.
• Experience with Maintenance Management Systems (SAP or MAXIMO).
• Knowledge of Integrated Management Systems (Quality, Safety, Environment, and Energy).
• Experience in medium- and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Ability to analyze and monitor plant operation parameters.
• Proficiency with MS Office and SAP tools.
• U.S. citizenship or authorized work status in the United States.

Wärtsilä North America offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Employees may be required to participate in our new hybrid work model, working two days per week in office for those within 40 miles of an office. Full vaccination against COVID-19 or other required regulations may be required for certain positions. A security check may be required for the role.

At Wärtsilä, we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.