Senior Manager, Plant Operations

$95,000 - $155,000/Yr

Fox News - West Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

West Los Angeles, CA

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The Senior Manager, Plant Operations at FOX is a dynamic leadership role responsible for overseeing the operational aspects of the FOX Network Center and associated facilities. This position ensures the functionality and reliability of critical infrastructure in a fast-paced entertainment production and live sports broadcast environment, leading a team of union technicians to maintain uptime and support various operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site physical plant operations to ensure 24/7 functionality and dependability.
• Manage daily maintenance and operation of power, cooling, heating, plumbing, and related equipment/infrastructure.
• Oversee critical environments including data centers, edit suites, and production control rooms.
• Ensure employee training and development for staff capabilities.
• Develop and manage change management protocols for significant work.
• Implement consistent plant management and operational functionality.
• Assess conditions to prioritize and implement repairs and improvements.
• Oversee team's work schedule for 24/7 coverage.
• Respond to abnormal conditions within the facility.
• Initiate and implement infrastructure and equipment improvements.
• Coordinate with building occupants and third-party tenants.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Support ongoing construction projects and tenant improvements.
• Communicate maintenance program status to staff and management.
• Manage vendor procurement and billing processes, purchasing, payroll, and budgeting.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical or applicable engineering field.
• 7+ years of experience overseeing installation, operation, and maintenance of mission-critical infrastructure.
• Knowledge of operating and maintaining critical facilities and managing preventative maintenance programs.
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS), automation, and controls.
• Ability to understand single line diagrams and mechanical/electrical drawings.
• Exceptional leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Highly developed critical thinking skills.
• Availability to respond 24/7 to significant events.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience overseeing plant operations for technology/data centers and live broadcast environments.
• Competence in Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) and Computer Maintenance Management System software (CMMS).
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or similar accreditations.
• Understanding of campus environments with multiple tenants.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents