Energy Operations Manager

Job Summary
The Energy Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the organisation’s energy and utility assets. The role ensures uninterrupted energy supply, optimal asset performance, and compliance with regulatory and safety standards across generation, distribution, and utility infrastructure. Acting as the operational authority, the role balances operational continuity, cost efficiency, and long‑term asset sustainability.


Job Responsibilities 1
Energy & Utilities Operations Leadership

Lead day‑to‑day operations of power generation, distribution networks, and utility systems, ensuring continuous and reliable supply to operational facilities and consumers.

Asset Performance & Reliability Management

Monitor asset condition, availability, and performance indicators. Drive initiatives that improve reliability, reduce outages, and optimise operational efficiency.

Operational Safety & Compliance Control

Ensure strict adherence to safety procedures, operational standards, and regulatory requirements. Enforce permit‑to‑work, isolation, and risk control practices across energy systems.

Maintenance & Outage Planning

Coordinate maintenance activities and planned outages to minimise operational disruption. Ensure preventive and corrective programs are executed effectively and within approved schedules.

Energy Efficiency & Cost Optimisation

Support initiatives to improve energy efficiency and reduce operational costs through optimisation, technology upgrades, and performance benchmarking.

Incident, Risk & Emergency Response

Lead response to energy‑related incidents, system failures, or emergencies. Ensure root‑cause analysis and corrective measures are implemented.

Job Responsibilities 2

Additional Responsibilities 3

Job Knowledge & Skills
Energy Operations & Utility Systems

Deep understanding of power generation, distribution, and utility infrastructure operations.

Operational Reliability Management

Knowledge of reliability engineering concepts, outage management, and performance optimisation.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Strong understanding of safety standards, utility regulations, and operational risk controls.

Maintenance Planning & Control

Ability to align maintenance strategies with operational priorities and asset condition.

Operational Leadership & Coordination

Capability to lead teams, manage contractors, and coordinate cross‑functional operations.

Job Experience

• 12–15+ years of experience in energy, utilities, or power operations environments.
• Proven responsibility for operational management of energy systems or utilities infrastructure.
• Experience working in continuous‑operation or utility‑critical environments.

Competencies
Agility
Energy Management L4
Data Accuracy & Reporting L4
EPC Risk & Compliance Oversight L4
Project Planning and Scheduling L4
AI Fluency
Build High-Performing Teams
Leadership
Provide Direction
Quality
Regulatory Compliance L4
Resilience


Education
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or any related field