Power System Planning & Operations Superintendent

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We are seeking a skilled Power System Planning & Operations Superintendent to lead the daily management, planning, and coordination of APGI and Alcoa's high-voltage power systems and utility operations. In this role, you will oversee the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of our NERC-registered Bulk Electric System (BES), Rectifier Station, plant high-voltage distribution systems, and Long Sault/Alcoa Utilities water systems. You will play a key role in maintaining asset reliability, optimizing operational performance, supporting strategic capital investments, and ensuring regulatory compliance while leading a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

This position also provides critical support to plant operations through sound technical judgment, maintenance strategy, resource management, and data-driven decision making.

About the Role:

As the Power System Planning & Operations Superintendent, you will:

• Lead the short-term planning, maintenance, and operation of the Bulk Electric System (BES), Rectifier Station, high-voltage plant systems, and Long Sault/Alcoa Utilities, maintaining a target of 99% equipment and operational reliability.

• Utilize established work management systems, including Rex, to plan and schedule resources on a weekly basis, achieving an 80% planned work completion rate, week over week.

• Develop and execute long-term, resource-loaded schedules supporting both operations and maintenance (O&M) activities as well as capital projects.

• Create detailed job plans and technical maintenance procedures aligned with the reliability objectives of the Power Systems Department using established maintenance and operational practices.

• Plan and coordinate work utilizing proven methods, policies, and procedures to ensure resources are deployed efficiently, minimizing delays, maximizing productivity, maintaining quality standards, and remaining within budget constraints.

• Partner with the Power System Manager to provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of contractors, project teams, and support personnel.

• Conduct internal audits of department standards, facilitate annual critical assessments for the Massena facility, and lead all aspects of Facility Ratings Assessments in compliance with FERC, NERC, and NPCC requirements.

• Foster open communication and strong collaboration across hourly and salaried teams while building productive relationships with key stakeholders throughout the organization.

• Support the growth and development of junior team members through coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance.

• Champion Alcoa's commitment to safety by supporting Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs and initiatives, including Behavior-Based Safety programs, audits, Safety Council activities, and Safety Advisors.

Working Conditions:

This position operates primarily within an industrial manufacturing environment and requires close collaboration across operational and leadership teams. Key aspects include:

• Onsite work within a dynamic industrial manufacturing facility.

• Frequent interaction with both hourly and salaried employees working a variety of shifts.

• Regular presence in production environments may include exposure to industrial equipment, elevated noise levels, and varying temperature conditions.

• Supporting full compliance with all safety procedures, standards, and safe-work practices.

What you can bring to the role:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience working with rectifier stations and industrial plant power systems.

• Demonstrated technical leadership in power system operations and maintenance.

• Advanced ability to read, interpret, and apply technical drawings, schematics, manuals, and documentation related to complex electrical, mechanical, and civil infrastructure.

• Strong knowledge of power system safety standards and demonstrated ability to develop and deliver associated training programs.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Schedule/Exchange.

• Proven ability to provide leadership, solve complex problems, achieve measurable results, and successfully manage change.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to logically evaluate challenges, identify essential requirements, and develop practical solutions that achieve projec