Manager-Electric & Energy Plant Operations

OPERATIONS MANAGER, KEEPHILLS

As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
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TransAlta is seeking an Operations Manager to join our team at the Keephills Thermal Plant . In this role, you’ll report to the Keephills Plant Manager and play a key part in providing operational oversight and management of the Keephills Power Plant. This is a full-time, safety sensitive position based out of our Keephills Thermal Plant , situated 70 kilometers west of Edmonton, AB and five kilometers south of Wabamun Lake.

Serve as Chief Power Engineer for the Keephills Power Plant.
Operate the facility safely and in compliance with company policies, procedures, standards, regulatory and legal requirements, and union collective agreements (including the Safety Codes Act, NERC, AESO, IBEW).
Operate the plant in compliance with environmental operating approvals and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with the Alberta portfolio optimization and compliance teams to oversee unit availability declarations.
Develop, recommend, implement, and manage operating procedures, and policies to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the plant.
Manage a comprehensive safety and compliance training program for all power plant operators, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and operational best practices.
Provides support for emergency calls regarding plant equipment breakdowns, emergent operating risks, and unit outages.
Maximizes the production and availability of each unit while managing risk through cross-functional collaboration with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.
Develop, present, implement, and manage the 1–2 year operations business plan, ensuring delivery of agreed to results. Lead and develop a high-performing team of shift supervisors by assigning strategic deliverables (1–12 months), driving accountability, managing performance, and strengthening succession capability.
Mentor personnel across operations, engineering, maintenance, and technical teams to support professional development and enhance cross-functional collaboration
Possess comprehensive understanding of the occupational hazards inherent in power plant operations and the critical safety measures required to ensure a safe working environment.
Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment, materials, and operating procedures involved in the operation of a large-scale power plant.
Proven capability to analyze and resolve complex technical, operational, and organizational issues, driving effective solutions.
Strong financial acumen to develop, present, implement, and manage budgets.
Proven skills in driving process improvements, managing risk, planning strategically, and leading successful projects.
Competitive salary
Pension plan with company-matching options
Flexible benefits for you and your family
Vacation and personal days
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Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. The successful candidate may be required to complete background checks appropriate to the role and may include criminal record, education and employment verification or credit checks. ‘Safety sensitive positions will be required to complete pre-employment testing.