Media Planner jobs in Pascagoula, MS

JOB SUMMARY :

This position will report to the regional planning team leader and will be responsible for working closely with plant system owners, engineers, and contractors to accomplish planning, estimating, scheduling, and coordination of outage maintenance activities. This position will serve as the primary planner and scheduler for outage maintenance activities and support the coastal generating plants (Daniel, Watson, Chevron).

• Build and update level 4, Project Execution, schedules in Primavera P6 for planned outages.

• Perform outage schedule reviews with project leads.

• Develop, forecast & track outage reports (pre-outage milestones, post-outage metrics and outage critiques, etc.).

• Strive to achieve level 5 results on schedule related plant outage goals and their documentation for all Coastal Generation major outages.

• Collaborate with planners, system owners, engineers, contract coordinators, and team leaders to ensure that P6 schedules reflect an accurate projection of the use of plant and contractor resources.

• Manage offline planned PM maintenance strategy.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• Outage/Project planning and scheduling.

• Power user of Maximo or comparable asset management program and Primavera or comparable scheduling program for planning and scheduling.

• Extensive experience utilizing MRS, Tableau, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, etc.

• Significant power plant experience, preferably in both maintenance and planning. Knowledge of generating plant technology, maintenance, and operations related to major outage and project activities.

• Maintain accurate and timely communications with other plant functional teams.

• Ability to work effectively with various departments, particularly with Operations, Maintenance, Fuels and Engineering.

• Familiarity using multi-media/computer-based training resources is a plus.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

• Demonstrated ability in scheduling activities within Primavera applications, preferably P6. Ability to build level 4, Project Execution, schedules in Primavera P6 or other scheduling software preferred.

• Proficiency in leveling resources, daily updates, building sequence of events, and identifying critical path activities preferred.

• Significant plant maintenance experience, preferably in both maintenance and planning.

• Knowledge of generating plant technology, maintenance, and operations related to major outage and project activities.

• System owner, construction, outage planning, or outage execution experience preferred.

• Diverse experience with other utilities, construction, or other industries beneficial.

• Knowledge of power plants and plant systems.

• Ability to make decisions and demonstrate short/long term strategic planning skills.

• Ability to evaluate results, develop a follow-up plan, and achieve closure of projects.

• Must possess superior interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

• Must have the ability to communicate and work effectively in teams with varied individuals (craft personnel, supervisory, staff, and management).

• Well organized and capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously.

Proficient in the use of the following computer software is required :

• Word

• Excel (Advanced Level including creating pivot tables, reports, etc. is a plus.)

• PowerPoint

Proficient in the use of the following computer software is preferred :

• Enterprise Solutions (Maximo, MRS, Oracle) is desired.

• Primavera P6 or comparable scheduling software is desired.

• Proficient with the set up and use of databases is desired.

• Tableau is a plus.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Demonstrate safety as a core value.

• Possess a questioning attitude.

• Team oriented.

• Candidate must demonstrate Our Values and Safety First.

Mississippi Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, provides clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to more than 192,000 customers and communities in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. In its 98th year, Mississippi Power is a leader in customer service, workforce development and education, environmental stewardship, and employee volunteerism. The company is an industry leader when it comes to working safely, providing around-the-clock reliable service and its expert storm response. Mississippi Power has been at the forefront of innovation in the state through strategic partnerships in electric transportation and solar energy. The company has worked with the Coast Transit Authority to put the state’s first electric public transportation bus in operation and with Forrest County Agriculture High School on the state’s first electric school bus. It also partnered with the Hattiesburg Zoo on a new electric train and worked with the country’s largest Domino’s franchise to electrify its delivery fleet. Also, a leader in renewable energy, Mississippi Power partnered with the Naval Construction Battalion Center to install the first microgrid at a Navy facility. The company was among the first to introduce utility scale solar in the state with nearly 160 MW of renewable energy produced, enough to power 23,000 homes for a year. Mississippi Power’s mission is to provide world-class value to our customers and communities every day.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 5208

Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Mississippi Power