Operations Manager  

The position is responsible for the safe, efficient and reliable operation of the coal plant in accordance with Company policies, standards, and procedures and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations to safely and efficiently contribute in the attainment of the Company's power generation objectives and targets.

Responsibilities:

• Sets the Operations Department's operational objectives and production targets in support of the Company’s strategic plans.
• Develops and implements the Department's operating programs, defining over-all action plans, schedules, and responsibilities to achieve its objectives and targets. Systematically monitors and evaluates progress and status for management information and decision-making.
• Plans and coordinates the human, equipment, financial and other resources required to implement the Department's operating programs.
• Directs and coordinates the implementation of prescribed operational policies, standards, and procedures as well as housekeeping measures, safety rules and regulations, and environmental laws to ensure proper compliance.
• Directs and coordinates the work of subordinates in the execution of the Department's operating programs to achieve its objectives and power generation targets, making sure that responsibility and accountability for delegated work are clearly defined and understood.
• Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates plant operational performance, and implements improvements or corrective measures as needed to ensure optimum efficiency.
• Maintains current knowledge of new concepts, trends and methods on power plant operations and associated government laws and regulations to keep plant operations updated and operating in compliance at all times.
• Reviews, develops and/or revises plant procedures as well as emergency response procedures.
• Coordinates with the Maintenance Department on the implementation of preventive, corrective, and emergency operating programs to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient performance of all main and auxiliary equipment and machineries at all times.
• Coordinates with concerned department on the development and implementation of quality assurance and control programs and procedures to ensure boiler water, steam, and coal quality, as well as the quality of environmental parameters.
• Develops and/or implements the Department's approved organizational chart to ensure effective and efficient workflow.
• Implements the company's performance evaluation system as well as its career development program for the Department's personnel.
• Coordinates the development and implementation of Training Programs and other interventions to improve job skills and enhance performance.
• Ensures continuous compliance to environmental criteria to prevent adverse effects to Plant personnel and the environment
• Implements and ensures strict compliance to safety, security, health and environmental policies.
• Prepares and manages the Department's budget to ensure effective and efficient flow of operations.
• Prepares, accomplishes, and submits reportorial requirements such as progress, status and performance reports, financial reports, and other relevant reports for management information and decision-making.
• Coordinates with pertinent regulatory government agencies, local government units, suppliers, and contractors on matters affecting Plant operations.
• Participates in CSR and other external relations programs to promote the good image of the Company to the public.
• Keeps abreast with industrial updates through contacts with professional associations and other coal-handling and related utilities.

• 5 years’ experience power generation plant operations, with 3 years’ experience in a coal power plant as Superintendent
• 3 years of leadership experience as Superintendent
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Licensed Mechanical or Electrical Engineer