Covanta

Operations Manager

Covanta$125K — $179K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of supervisory or managerial experience in an industrial or power-generating environment
  • Experience with thermo-mechanical treatment operations or solid waste processing
  • B.S. in Engineering preferred, or relevant plant operations experience accepted
  • Hands-on experience with high-pressure boilers and turbines
  • Experience with materials-handling systems such as conveyors and cranes
  • ASME and QRO/CFO certifications preferred, to be obtained within six months of hire
  • Maintenance experience with outages and rotating equipment, including generators

Responsibilities

  • Deliver strong environmental, health, and safety leadership for zero-accident performance
  • Provide coaching and direction to operations personnel to meet business objectives
  • Oversee boiler, turbine, and thermo-mechanical treatment operations for efficiency
  • Coordinate daily operational activities for smooth execution
  • Monitor processes, troubleshoot issues, and support safety and performance improvements
  • Conduct operational studies and revise plant manuals as necessary
  • Ensure compliance with procedures through regular audits
  • Maintain readiness for abnormal situations and ensure safe operation
  • Inspect machinery to meet performance targets
  • Manage technical training programs and develop new initiatives
  • Prepare technical reports for leadership
  • Maintain cleanliness in operational areas

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Short- and long-term disability benefits
  • 401(k) plan with up to 7% company match
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • Paid parental leave and educational assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Job Description
About the role

The Operations Manager leads safe, compliant, reliable, and efficient operations in an industrial power-generation environment. This plant operations leadership position oversees operations personnel, high-pressure boilers, steam turbines, generators, electrical and control systems, solid-fuel combustion, materials-thermo-mechanical treatment processes handling equipment, and operations involving thermo-mechanical treatment while maintaining environmental, health, safety, and permit compliance.

This is an opportunity for an experienced power plant operations manager to make a direct impact on plant safety, equipment reliability, operational performance, thermo-mechanical treatment processes, and team development. The role combines hands-on technical problem-solving with people leadership, continuous improvement, emergency preparedness, procedure oversight, auditing, and technical training-offering broad responsibility and the opportunity to strengthen both plant performance and operational capability.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of supervisory or managerial experience in a power-generating or industrial environment, along with experience in thermo-mechanical treatment and hands-on knowledge of high-pressure boilers, turbines, generators, outages, rotating equipment, electrical generation equipment, conveyors, cranes, and hoppers. A B.S. in Engineering is preferred, although relevant plant operations leadership experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. ASME and QRO/CFO certification are preferred, and required certifications must be obtained within six months of employment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with some evenings, weekends, off-hours, and on-call assignments as needed.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Deliver strong environmental, health, and safety leadership to support zero-accident performance and full compliance with all permit requirements.
  • Provide effective leadership, coaching, and direction to operations personnel to achieve operational and business objectives.
  • Guide and oversee boiler, turbine, and thermo-mechanical treatment operations to maintain maximum efficiency, reliability, and process consistency.
  • Coordinate daily operational activities across departments to ensure smooth and efficient execution of all work.
  • Monitor thermo-mechanical treatment processes and related equipment, troubleshoot operational issues, and support improvements in safety, quality, reliability, and performance.
  • Conduct and supervise operational studies to improve plant equipment and processes; revise plant manuals and procedures as necessary.
  • Ensure full compliance with operational procedures through regular auditing and performance review.
  • Maintain plant readiness for abnormal or emergency situations and ensure safe, reliable daily operation.
  • Inspect boilers, thermo-mechanical treatment equipment, and plant machinery to meet performance targets.
  • Manage existing technical training programs and develop new training initiatives.
  • Prepare, oversee, and present technical reports as required by leadership.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in all operational areas to support a safe, efficient plant environment.


Requirements
  • 10+ years of supervisory or managerial experience in an industrial or power-generating environment.
  • Experience with thermo-mechanical treatment (TTF) operations, or solid waste processing, equipment, and operational controls.
  • B.S. in Engineering preferred; supervisory or managerial plant operations experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
  • Hands-on experience in power plant operations, high-pressure boilers, or related industrial systems, with a strong understanding of power plant processes.
  • Experience with materials-handling systems such as conveyors, cranes, and hoppers.
  • ASME and QRO/CFO certification preferred; candidates must be able to obtain any required certifications within six months of employment.
  • Experience in a specialty chemical facility, coal-fired power plant, or environment with significant material handling is strongly preferred.
  • Maintenance experience with outages and rotating or electrical generation equipment, including turbines and generators.


Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Working knowledge of thermo-mechanical treatment principles, process monitoring, and equipment performance.
  • Strong understanding of electrical and control systems, air compressors, condensate pumps, and cooling water systems.
  • Knowledge of solid-fuel combustion and materials-handling processes.
  • Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies and safety and incident management.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to support off-hours and on-call assignments as required.
  • Hands-on, analytical problem-solver with strong troubleshooting and root-cause-analysis capabilities.
  • Career-growth mindset with the ability to learn quickly.


Shift
  • Monday through Friday, with some evenings and weekends as needed.


All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $125,200.00 - $179,000.00 USD per annum

Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

About Covanta

Covanta is a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. The company's mission is to provide sustainable waste and energy solutions to ensure a cleaner, safer, and healthier future for communities worldwide. Covanta operates over 40 facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, and has a workforce of over 4,000 employees. The company's waste-to-energy facilities convert non-recyclable waste into clean, renewable energy, while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing safe and reliable waste disposal services. Covanta also provides comprehensive industrial material management services, including waste management, recycling, and environmental consulting services.
Learn more about Covanta
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$28 million
Founded
1991
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
NASDAQ

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