What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager position at CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services?
CEIS Power is seeking an experienced Plant Manager with 10 years of experience in power generation, plant operations, or maintenance management within the power industry. This position is a direct-hire opportunity, and our client, an innovative power generation and microgrid solutions provider, is looking for a proven leader to oversee operations for their new plant. The ideal candidate will have previous power plant leadership experience, a strong understanding of plant operations and maintenance, and the ability to drive safety, reliability, and operational performance in a mission-critical power generation environment.
Requirements
The right person for this position will be responsible for the following:
CEIS Power is an award-winning Recruitment Agency Focused on Supplying Niche candidates across multiple industries. We work with some of the largest companies on the Fortune 100 List as well as many small to mid-size companies. Our consultants and contracted employees work across the United States. We have offices in TX, FL, NM, MN with more to come in the future.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Requirements
- 10 years of relevant experience in power generation, plant operations, maintenance management, or a related industrial environment.
- Previous power plant experience is required; combined-cycle experience preferred.
- Previous Plant Manager experience is ideal; extensive operations or maintenance management leadership experience will also be considered.
- Strong understanding of natural gas power generation, mechanical systems, electrical systems, generators, controls, and power distribution.
- Experience managing preventive and corrective maintenance programs and improving equipment reliability.
- Demonstrated ability to lead supervisors, technicians, and plant personnel while maintaining accountability for performance.
- Strong knowledge of safety standards, regulatory compliance, and environmental requirements.
- Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
The right person for this position will be responsible for the following:
- Oversee daily plant operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient power generation.
- Lead plant personnel, supervisors, and technicians while establishing clear performance expectations and accountability.
- Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
- Monitor plant performance, availability, production, and emissions compliance.
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies, regulatory requirements, environmental standards, and operational procedures.
- Analyze equipment issues, coordinate troubleshooting efforts, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring failures.
- Manage maintenance schedules, work execution, and operational priorities to support reliable plant performance.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the customer, communicating plant performance, operational issues, and improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate operational records, maintenance documentation, and performance reports.
- Develop and strengthen relationships with local vendors, service providers, and community partners to support long-term facility operations.
CEIS Power is an award-winning Recruitment Agency Focused on Supplying Niche candidates across multiple industries. We work with some of the largest companies on the Fortune 100 List as well as many small to mid-size companies. Our consultants and contracted employees work across the United States. We have offices in TX, FL, NM, MN with more to come in the future.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.