Description
Lead day-to-day operations of a biomass power plant, directing staff and resources to deliver safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective power generation.
- • Supervise operations and maintenance staff for safe, reliable biomass power production.
- • Oversee and assist with testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment.
- • Monitor plant status via DCS, gauges, and alarms; respond to abnormalities.
- • Adjust or direct equipment controls to meet power output and quality targets.
- • Direct or perform shutdowns and restarts for emergencies and maintenance.
- • Ensure accurate logging of operational data and shift reports.
- • Review logs and performance data to verify production and safety.
- • Manage parts, consumables, and biomass fuel inventories; coordinate procurement.
- • Plan and schedule fuel deliveries, ash handling, outages, and preventive maintenance.
- • Operate or oversee generators, boilers, turbines/engines, and auxiliary systems.
- • Inspect combustion/gasification, fuel handling, and emissions systems to maximize capacity and minimize costs.
- • Analyze production and demand trends to optimize dispatch and efficiency.
- • Prepare operational, maintenance, and compliance reports for leadership and regulators.
- • Ensure compliance with permits, environmental rules, and performance specifications.
- • Prepare and manage the plant budget and cost controls.
- • Maintain and operate plant communications systems and radio protocols.
- • Conduct routine field inspections of plant areas, stations, and substations.
- • Lead safety programs, training, audits, and incident response.
- • Supervise or coordinate testing of protective relays, switchgear, and distribution equipment.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
