Senior Vice President – Generation
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the President & CEO, the Senior Vice President Generation is responsible for directingthe operations of the Generation division, which includes production plants (islandwide), operations andmaintenance, grid operations management, long term system expansion planning and implementation to includerenewables and emerging technologies, and central planning maintenance activities.
The incumbent, cognizant of the role the division and company plays in national development, will lead in thedevelopment and implementation of the strategic short, medium and long term corporate vision, plans andprograms. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the position holder will be a proactive and tactical partneradvising on the impact of such plans on the areas of responsibility and overall corporate objectives.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES
Education
• A Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent• Postgraduate training in Management (preferred)
Experience• A minimum ten years experience in Technical
Business Management with at least five years at a senior managerial level in an Energy company
• Extensive experience in Electricity Generation
Competencies
The position holder is expected to demonstrate thefollowing competencies at a high level to successfullyaccomplish the requirements of the position:• Strong leadership, strategic and operational
management skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Well-developed human relations and communication skills
• Excellent negotiating skills• Cutting edge industry knowledge• Sound financial and budgeting skills
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assessment of the Generation plant assets, and development of Operational & Maintenance policies and procedures for plant performance optimization.
2. Ensures availability and efficient performance of power generation plants on a daily basis.
3. Optimization of System Control and Dispatch.
4. Leads research of emerging technologies.
5. Negotiates and manages Power Purchase Agreements with other generation suppliers.
6. Partners with relevant divisions, including Sales and Marketing, to explore and expand income generating initiatives.
7. Keeps abreast of trends in the economy and advises on their likely impact on the demand for electricity.
8. Ensures that operations are in compliance with company, industry and regulatory standards
Deadline for Applications:
Submit applications by email to [email protected] by close of businessFriday, October 18, 2013. Subject line: Senior Vice President Generation
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
