Power Generation Operator Supervisor

Job Description

Supporting the Most Exciting and Meaningful Missions in the WorldPower Generation Operator SupervisorThe Power Generation Operator Supervisor will be located at one of Amentum | PAE sites in Iraq. This is a supervisory position and will be associated with the Utilities Department. The Power Generation Supervisor will take ownership of all power generation operation. This position reports to the site Chief Engineer. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.DUTIES:

• Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.

• Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.
• Independently coordinate and perform duties to operate the 113 prime power generators made by Aggreko, Aksa, Caterpillar, Cummins, Ghaddar, Honda, Indeks, Perkins, Wilson and other manufacturers with outputs ranging from 20 kW up to 1600 kW.
• Provide daily work assignments and supervise the Power Generation Operators.
• Manage and oversee the power generation control room, power generation-distribution grid, switchgear, transformers, fusible switches, and automatic transfer switches.
• Manage and oversee mechanical, electrical, digital and programmable logic controller (PLC) related diagnosis and repair.
• Provide preventive maintenance, condition monitoring, repair, installation, and modernization of all power generation controls equipment on the BDSC compound.
• Report any malfunctions or lack of compliance with Statement of Work (SOW) to the Chief Engineer or Assistant Chief Engineer.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections.
• Assist in developing the Statement of Work (SOW) when requested including diagrams and specifications in compliance with OSHA and National Electric Code (NEC) standards.
• Maintain effective, timely and respectful communication and interaction with other employees, managers, and supports other organizations.
• Perform other administrative tasks including material ordering, inventory, and work scheduling.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize data for report preparation and submit written reports.
• Maintain the appropriate technical library and record-keeping which documents all procedures necessary to accomplish assigned responsibilities.
• Responsible for facility custodianship of work area and management of tools, equipment, and spare parts.
• Take initiative to analyze a situation and make frequent technical decisions based on specifications, safety, and electrical codes.
• Evaluate operational effectiveness and develop/maintain effective operational control mechanisms.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED:

• Minimum Acceptable Experience Level: Five (5) years? experience in operations and maintenance of a large plant, facility, base, or municipality with specific experience in the operation of power generation control operations and three (3) years? management experience overseeing large facility power generation controls and supervising a workforce of five or more personnel in an overseas setting.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Hands-on knowledge regarding the operation & maintenance of switchgear controls, distribution switchgear, simple electrical circuits, AD and DC theory, PLC?s and basic electrical formulas, transformer functions and motor controls.
• Knowledge and experience with tools and electrical measuring meters of the trade.
• Knowledge of applicable U.S. Codes and accepted trade practices.
• Knowledge and experience regarding occupational hazards of the electrical and mechanical trades, related safety precautions and considerable skill required for the installation, maintenance and repair of power generation systems and equipment.
• Good organizational and communication skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.

• Education: A high school diploma or GED and Technical school or acceptable prime power certified generator school.
• Licenses and Certifications:
  • As part of pre-contingency requirements, candidates must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages.
  • Valid drivers? license and valid truck driver?s license
  • Certifications relating to power plant operations.
  • Security Vetting: Already possess a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) or be able to obtain a favorable MRPT certification prior to being hired is required for the position. Must maintain eligibility at the required certification level for the duration of the contract.
  • Language Skills: Strong, professional, oral and written English communication skills.
• Medical: Favorable passage of a drug screen and physical examination.

DESIRED:

• Relevant overseas power plant power generation and controls experience.
• Experience working with SOW, sub-contractors, budgets, estimating, working drawings and as-builts.
• Previous out of home country experience is highly desirable and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions is a plus.
• Experience working with PAE.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of ALL principles and processes involved in operating and supporting power generation and transition functions at an overseas facility.
• Experience providing excellent customer services.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Expert computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.
• Must have the ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.
• Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.

WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS:This position may be located in a war zone, in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert-like environment. Temperatures can reach 120- 130 degrees Fahrenheit/50- 55 degrees Celsius during the summer months. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this austere, extreme environment, as well as willing and able to deploy to Iraq for extended periods. Work schedules are a minimum of 6 days per week and 10 hours per day, while some jobs have higher daily and weekly minimums. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors. This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time and being capable of running and ?duck & cover? during emergencies without putting oneself or others at risk.Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran?s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.EEO is the Law PosterEEO is the Law Poster Supplement

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