AES has two positions:  (1) Huntington Beach and (1) Redondo Beach

THE POWER OF BEING GLOBAL:

The AES Corporation is a global power company with generation and distribution businesses. Through our diverse portfolio of thermal and renewable fuel sources, we provide affordable and sustainable energy in 29 countries. Our workforce of 25,000 people is committed to operational excellence and meeting the world's changing power needs.

The opportunities our people have every day to make a vital impact on peoples' lives and to work with the best our industry has to offer are, quite simply, transformative. At AES, you get to help change—and energize—the world.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

The position(s) will report directly to the Vice President of North America West & President – AES Southland.

SUMMARY:

The Plant Manager will have overall responsibility for a four unit, gas-fired power generating facility located along the coast of Southern California.  The business is part of AES Southland which includes Redondo Beach, Long Beach and Huntington Beach, California.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of four generating units:  one totaling 900 MWs, and the other 1,375 MWs.

• Lead the business in a manner that is consistent with AES Values, while ensuring compliance with company policies.

• Contribute to the development of the leadership team by fostering a supportive working environment and encouraging effective communication.

• Ensure regulatory compliance with various state and federal agencies.           

• Participate in the development of a long-term vision for the facility including a comprehensive plant modernization.

• Develop and maintain positive community relations with local policy makers and influential stakeholders.

• Work collaboratively with the other Southland Plant Managers to coordinate activities across the three plants and capitalize on opportunities to leverage the efforts of the group.

• Promote the development and tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and take necessary steps for improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Interested candidates should have a minimum of 10 years experience in progressively responsible and diverse positions in power plant operations and maintenance.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or a related field is preferred, but not required.

• Must possess a positive outlook and be driven to achieve high quality outcomes and business success.

• Knowledge and skills associated with budgeting, financial reporting and the administration of various project agreements are required.

• Must have proven ability to motivate teams to produce quality results and foster a positive work environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

• Should be a forward thinker who critically assesses own performance as well as the performance of the business with a focus on continuous improvement.

• A willingness to live in the city where the plant is located is preferred.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to be permanently employed in the United States.

RESUME SUBMISSION:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to nawcareers@aes.com .  The subject heading should state the position and the desired location. 

For more information about AES visit our website at http://www.aes.com /

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.