Operations & Maintenance Manager

Business Unit: GE Infrastructure, EnergyFunction: OperationsResponsibilities: The Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Manager will lead a team of technicians to maintain control and safe operation and maintenance of a power generation facility.
Essential Functions
Responsible for management of the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a power generation facility, on behalf of owner.
Supervise plant staff and the development and implementation of procedures and systems for plant personnel to operate facility in safe, efficient and cost effective manner.
Lead by example in all GE initiatives including EHS, HR, Six Sigma, Quality, and computerized maintenance management.
Plan, coordinate and administer facility-operating and maintenance activities to meet owner's objectives and GE Corporate policies.
Manage Computerized maintenance management system.
Train, supervise and manage employees' activities and resources for operation of all equipment following GE practices.
Maintain availability on 24 hr per day call basis with backup from the facility staff.
This position supports and reports to the Facility Manager.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications: Minimum of five years power generation operations experience.
Minimum of three years prior management or supervisory experience.
Working knowledge of computer (PC) software programs, i.e., MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Internet tools.Desired: BSME OR BSEE or other technical degree.
GE technology experience.
Six Sigma Certified (GE employees only).
US Navy nuclear training and operating experience.
Preferred NJ State Seal Boil Operations Licensing and NH1 License.
Self-starter with strong client and public communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
Work Traits
Sets and meets aggressive targets.
Accepts responsibility for successes and failures.
Possesses optimistic "can do" attitude.
Demontrates authority.
Asserts influence over events to achieve goals.
Values
Shares credit and recognition.
Boundaryless, open to ideas from anywhere.
Inspires others' commitment and values differences in people.
Uses individual strenghts to maximize team performance.
Provides candid and frequent feedback and coaching
Growth Traits
Takes initiative to seek and act upon opportunities for positive change.
Constantly questions and challenges status quo.General: This position is located in Bayonne, New Jersey. Relocation will be provided.
You must submit your application for employment through gecareers.com to be considered.
You must be 18 years or older.
You must be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process.
You must be willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process.
You must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to walk or sit for up to 8 hours.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
If currently a GE employee, you must have been in your current position for at least 12 months and have at least a satisfactory performance rating.
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