Senior Training Manager

Company: NRG Energy
Location: Houston
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

As an NRG employee, we encourage you to take charge of your career and development journey. We invite you to explore exciting opportunities across our businesses. You'll find that our dynamic work environment provides variety and challenge. Your growth is key to our ongoing success-take the lead in shaping your career development, goals and future!
Job SummaryResponsible for developing and improving the knowledge and skill set for NRG Generation employees to foster operational excellence across the Generation fleet and increase NRG's competitive advantage.

• Responsible for managing and contributing to the NRG Generation Excellence team, working with the plant-based training centers and apprentice development programs, providing training content, and supporting the generation fleet's pursuit of best-in-class level of knowledge.
• Design, develop, track, and implement technical, safety, regulatory, operations, and leadership training programs for Plant Operations employees.
• Design, develop, track, and implement consistent Operations standards and best practices supporting NRG's objectives.
• Support safety and health systems to efficiently and effectively achieve the Company's goal of an injury-free workplace.
• Identifying training assessment needs, conducting audits, and assessments to evaluate corrective actions taken on those needs.
• Providing input and oversight to the team budget and future investment needs. Essential Duties/ Responsibilities
  • Demonstrate leadership by aligning yourself with and fully supporting company and departmental goals.
  • In-depth understanding of operations, safety, environmental and NERC reliability standards and procedures as related to Plant Operations.
  • Champion, direct and support Human Performance ideals and practices within Plant Operations.
  • Provide oversight for the design and implementation of all NRG Technical, Safety, Environmental, Compliance and Plant Operations training and qualification programs for Plant Operations employees.
  • Provide oversight for the Learning Management System across NRG for Plant Operations training enrollment and tracking.
  • Develop, implement and maintain leadership training, specialized plant operations training and apprenticeship (operations and maintenance) training programs.
  • Direct Plant Operations training initiatives such as Ops Manager 101, Plant Manager onboarding/team building, Plant Manager Technical Training, Operations Manager onboarding, Frontline Leadership, Plant Internship Program, etc.
  • Manage all customized training programs for specific site locations.
  • Develop and maintain the training network at the plants to drive consistency of the training process and records management.
  • Support the development and management of the technical training center including the curriculum, instruction, and capital planning.
  • Manage the development, implementation and delivery of annual Conduct of Operations training and ensure the consistent implementation of the Conduct of Operations and related Operations standards throughout the fleet.
  • Lead and assist Operations Support staff members in assessing Operations activities, performing investigations, identifying potential corrective actions, monitoring corrective actions for effectiveness, and reporting findings to Plant Management.
  • Develop and lead periodic communications with plant operations leaders to share best practices, current issues and lessons learned.
  • Assist plant personnel with gap closure or work plans as it relates to plant assessments and program reviews.
  • Support the Incident Management Process for operations related incidents, review investigations, track status, and ensure investigations comply with standards.
  • Utilize Intelex for Plant Operations reporting as well as monitoring status of corrective actions, and reporting findings to Regional Management.
  • Manage and contribute to the development of written documents to improve operations standards as required (procedures, assessments, bulletins, required reading, etc.).
  • Maintain a highly motivated work ethic with strong desire to ensure the continued success of the NRG Fleet.Working Conditions
    • Work in an open office or power plant environment
    • Work overtime and non-standard working hours as directed
    • Ability to travel between plants 50 percent of the time
    • Possess a valid Driver's License at all timesMinimum Requirements
      • High School diploma or equivalent
      • 5+ years' experience working in a plant management or supervisory capacity.
      • Ability to travel between plants 50% of the time.
      • Proven ability to communicate technical information to all levels within organization from Executive Management to plant personnel.Preferred Qualifications
        • Experience as a Plant Manager, General Manager, Operations, or Maintenance Manager within the electrical generation industry.
        • Experience as an instructor or trainer within the power industry.
        • Personal ability to strongly influence and motivate employees and management in all areas of training and plant operations support.
        • Proven ability to lead and manage staff, influencing results through others as well as collaborating with Plant Operations leadership.Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
          • Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a team environment.
          • Extensive knowledge of power plant construction and operations as well as understanding of industry practices.
          • Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and Occupational Health Standards.
          • Working knowledge of instructional design such as the ADDIE model.
          • Effectively and efficiently manage challenging workloads independently with support from others.
          • Successful past leadership in Plant Operations as well as strong collaborative skills with colleagues.
          • Excellent communication skills; including strong oral and writing skills, and the ability to effectively listen as well as a willingness to voice opinions and offer solutions.
          • Strong analytical and problem solving skills with careful attention to detail, accuracy and precision; candidates must demonstrate unquestionable trust, superior performance, and have a commitment to highest standards of quality and integrity.
          • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
          • Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of the NRG organization from bottom to top.
          • Ability to effectively make presentations to large groups of people as well as impactful working one on one.
          • Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals.
          • Ability to read, create and follow written policies, procedures, and checklists.
          • Ability to read, write and understand English.
          • Knowledge and use of Human Performance principles and error reduction tools.
          • Knowledge of applicable safety, regulatory and environmental regulations in industrial environments.
          • Comprehensive knowledge and strict adherence to NRG business practices, procedures and principles.
          • Positive attitude, supportive to colleagues and acts as change agent.
          • Credible leader - brings a strong foundation of experience and is able to lead the organization through collaboration, teaching, coaching and mentoring.Physical RequirementsDemand Frequency
            • Requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities Occasional
            • Requires wearing personal protective safety equipment ConstantStatementNRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills. Official description on file with Human Resources.Please Note: Salary offered will be commensurate with the successful candidate's education and/or experience and consistent with the job location's market pay rate. NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.Official description on file with Talent.

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