Control Room Lead

We are currently recruiting a Control Room Lead to join our team and contribute to key projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This role is part of a global team working toward common goals. We operate as one company, across all locations, with shared responsibility and clear accountability.

Job Summary

Control Room Operator Lead is responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of the power plant control room and provides first‑line supervision to Operations personnel who work shifts providing 24‑hour, 7‑day‑per‑week coverage. Standard work shift is M‑F, 9‑hour shifts, day shift, but other work schedules may be required based on plant operating conditions.

Determines or recommends actions necessary to achieve or improve plant production targets.

Determines or recommends actions necessary to maintain or improve plant efficiency.

Monitors, evaluates, and assures the accuracy of operating logs, plant performance and field status report generation, and other required reporting.

Assists with power plant start‑ups, shut‑downs, normal and emergency plant operations or conditions as necessary.

Pysical presence in the power plant is required.

Directs the activity of assigned on‑duty personnel.

Assures the consistent application of, and compliance with, company policies, administrative, operating and safety procedures, related accepted practices, and standing orders.

Maintains and updates all operation procedures and check sheet to ensure the safe and reliable operations of the units.

Understands and operates facility to maintain all compliance requirements. Notifies Supervisor/Manager or appropriate agency if compliance exceedance occurs.

When required, assumes the responsibilities of the on‑Shift Supervisor or CRO.

Maintain and control Work Permit/LOTO station to verify equipment being worked on has been put in safe conditions for work by maintenance or contractors.

Assumes control of the power plant as necessary or in the event no qualified personnel are reasonably available to perform the assignment. This may require working night shift to cover open positions.

Assures that control rooms and other assigned areas are kept clean, orderly, and organized.

Interviews and recommends the selection of potential candidates for filling open assigned Operations positions.

Completes assigned training requirements.

Works closely with APS GCC and Day Ahead to make sure accurate forecast are provided and communicates any changes in plant production.

Co‑ordinates, accommodates, or directs the activity of maintenance personnel, subcontractors, consultants, or others within the power plant perimeter or when such activities affect plant operation.

Performs other duties as required.

Minimum five years’ experience as a power plant Control Room operator or equivalent position in an operating or generating plant. Possess good working knowledge of power plant instrumentation and controls, including routine maintenance.

Ability to carry out assignments with a minimum of instructions or supervision.

Good organizational skills.

Ability to perform arithmetic calculations.

Ability to read, interpret and retrieve information from technical manuals.

Ability to read, interpret and retrieve information from engineering drawings.

Ability to use logical and divergent reasoning to solve problems.

Ability to work safely and effectively with others.

Ability to train operations personnel.

Good working knowledge of power plant instrumentation and controls, including routine maintenance.

Good working knowledge of most maintenance procedures.

Ability to perform light physical work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis, and 20 pounds of force on an occasional basis, performing tasks requiring manual dexterity (such as keyboard and ten‑key device operation), and such activities as grasping, lifting, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, running, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, sitting, and repetitive tasks. The ability to discern assorted colors.

Works in a remote office environment. Potential exposure to hot, cold, sudden change of temperature, dry, wet, dusty, dirty, quiet, noisy, and working alone or with others. Potential hazards include CTS, minor cuts, falls, eyesight and hearing impairment. Safety critical position.