MISS: Power Plant Manager (Contingency Hire)

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MISS: Power Plant Manager (Contingency Hire)

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PROGRAM SUMMARY:

The MISS program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting the US Department of State’s operations in Iraq. In addition to providing ongoing base operations and Life Support Services, KBR will provide differentiated advisory and consultancy capabilities to the Iraqi Government with a focus on creating an effective program environment to support delivery of strategic economic planning, strategy development, feasibility studies, technical reviews and large-scale project management. Under this contract KBR will provide facility maintenance, procurement, critical supply functions, along with foodservice, base camp operations, renovations, construction, and medical services.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Power Plan Manager will manage, supervise and provide accountability for the day-to-day (24/7/365) operations and maintenance of Post’s power production systems, powerhouse facility and paralleling and electrical distribution plant.  Included are the fuel tank farm, fuel distribution, station electrical services, plant ventilation system, control consoles and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, and bulk fuel storage and supply systems.  Work is reviewed through conferences, written reports and an analysis of the efficiency and effectiveness of the plant operations. 

Please note: This position is located in Baghdad, Iraq and is contingent on award.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring safety is the highest priority in the workplace. 
• Manage, supervise and provide accountability for the day-to-day (24/7/365) operations and maintenance of Post’s power production systems, powerhouse facility and paralleling and electrical distribution plant.  To include the fuel tank farm, fuel distribution, station electrical services, plant ventilation system, control consoles and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, and bulk fuel storage and supply systems. 
• Take appropriate actions to ensure safe, efficient and sustainable plant reliability. 
• Acts as the Operations Manager’s representative ensuring that all power plant task order requirements are met. 

• Supervise and manage multi-skilled level operations and maintenance team members, power plan operator’s, power plant mechanics, electrical switchgear and relay technicians, and administrative/support personnel, complete performance evaluations.  
• Conducts periodic inspections of buildings, machinery and equipment.   
• Responsible for the condition of the machinery in operation; responsible for having units available when called upon for load; responsible for the operation of the plant within all environmental and regulatory requirements and constraints.   
• Operates and monitors Caterpillar C-175-20, 11KV/3250KVA and Caterpillar C15, 0.4KV/500KVA generator sets and associated local control and SCADA systems. 
• Operate and monitor paralleling and main medium voltage switchgear systems, Eaton VCP-W, with local and remote monitor and metering capabilities, SCADA and control systems, alarm response to ensure maximum system reliability.  

• Responsible for the overall physical appearance and condition of equipment, buildings and grounds. 
• Control resources; monitor staff proficiency and qualifications; reviews repair work for proper performance; and complies with and practices proper equipment shutdown, startup and lockout/clearance procedures. 
• Reviews and approves recommendations concerning alterations and improvements to the plant; reviews and approves blueprints, drawings, plans and specifications relating to installation and repair of plant equipment. 
• Inspects operational activities for safety precautions and instructs employees against occupational hazards; responsible for employee conduct and compliance with all safety policies, regulations and compliance with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements.  
• Supervises the maintenance of plant records and prepares periodic and special activity reports. 

• Responds to emergency calls regarding plant equipment breakdowns and unit outages. 
• Coordinates environmental testing required permitting and compliance activities with the Department’s Facility Management Office (OBO/CFSM/FAC). 
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned. 

 MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:

• Use of Land Mobile Radios, cell phones, laptops, and other devices to maintain contact and accountabili