Control Room Operator Lead

ContourGlobal, a KKR Company, led by CEO Antonio Cammisecra, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets worldwide. The company currently manages 5.3 GW of installed capacity across different power generation technologies and asset categories, with an additional 1 GW of renewables under construction and a further 9.8 GW under development. 

The operational footprint of the company extends to 18 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, North and South America. The company has committed to speed up the decarbonization of its portfolio with a sustainable transition of its thermal fleet, the repowering of existing renewable assets and the organic development of new renewable projects. ContourGlobal boasts 20 years of a strong collaboration with communities, institutions, and customers that benefit from its electricity supply through long-term contracts or innovative PPAs, coupled with energy management solutions.

We are looking for a

Control Room Operator Lead

[Hobbs, NM]

Job Summary:

As the Control Room Operator Lead, you will serve as the senior technical authority for real-time plant operations, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient control of all power generation systems. As the primary subject-matter expert within the control room, this role guides operators, coordinates operational responses, and supports troubleshooting activities to maintain operational excellence. While the position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities, it provides leadership through coaching, procedural discipline, and effective communication with the Operations Manager on plant status, risks, and improvement opportunities. The Control Room Operator Lead also supports maintenance execution and ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!

Key Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for:

• Leading real-time operations during assigned shifts, including system monitoring, start-ups, shut-downs, and responses to alarms or abnormal conditions.
• Ensuring safe and efficient generation by reviewing and adjusting system parameters in line with established procedures and regulatory standards.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed shift logs, operational reports, equipment status records, and shift handovers.
• Serving as the primary operational point of contact in the control room for troubleshooting, decision-making, and communication.
• Providing operational guidance and mentorship to team members, including onboarding and skill development for new operators.
• Coordinating field and maintenance activities by supporting lockout/tagout execution, equipment isolation, system restoration, and technical troubleshooting.
• Promoting operational discipline and adherence to safety procedures, protective tagging, and environmental compliance.
• Identifying operational risks, inefficiencies, and recurring issues, and recommending improvements that enhance reliability and reduce downtime.
• Actively participating in incident investigations, safety audits, performance reviews, and root-cause analysis initiatives.
• Maintaining and updating operational documentation, including procedures, system manuals, and reference materials, to reflect current practices.
• Communicating effectively with plant leadership, maintenance teams, and shift personnel regarding priorities, system changes, hazards, and equipment issues.
• Championing a safety-first culture through hazard awareness, immediate reporting of concerns, and strong personal accountability.

Qualifications and Skills:

Your profile is a natural match if you have:

• Experience as a Control Room Operator or equivalent role in power generation required.
• Strong command of combined-cycle or large-frame turbine operations preferred.
• Ability to effectively lead by influence, coach others, and support skill development.
• Strong troubleshooting, situational awareness, and sound technical decision-making.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, system drawings, and control system data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including shift reporting.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple operational demands.
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Commitment to using proper PPE and working safely around hazardous materials.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and relationship skills
• Customer orientation towards internal organizational units
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Willingness to travel
• Fluency in English

What drives your application forward:

• Strong change management skills

Our Values

• «We» is our greatest asset
• We respect and protect the environment
• We are doers, committed to doing things right
• We act with integrity and transparency
• We think and act like entrepreneurs

You can find here more about our Purpose, Mission and Values.

Working@CG:

• As a globally integrated team, we push boundaries, work collaboratively, and remain agile in the pursuit of excellence. With an entrepreneurial mindset, we encourage initiative and innovation. At ContourGlobal you are an employee, and you are also an owner. Our Employee Ownership Program allows our employee-owners to make a difference and drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!
• We foster a culture where individuals are empowered to succeed, contribute and shape the future of sustainable energy.
• Cross-border collaboration shapes our way of working: our diverse workforce reflects the multicultural environment we embrace every day.
• We offer a competitive compensation package: we believe in meritocracy and rewarding meaningful contributions.
• We enjoy making the most of our shared spaces to foster teamwork and collaboration. At the same time, our flexible working policy allows us to prioritize results while supporting wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.

Interested in joining our company?

We know that skills and experience come in different forms, and we value diverse perspectives.

If you’re excited about this role but you think you still need to learn some of the required skills, we’d still love to hear from you. You are much more than your CV, so come as you are and tell us who you aspire to become! The most important skills are collaboration, respect, trustworthiness and execution. So go ahead—apply, and let’s contribute to the new energy transition together!

ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of the society we live in and markets we operate.