Operations Manager (178433)
Operations Manager (178433)
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Job Description
EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourthlargest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline firstclass assets and marketleading operating capacity EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.
Our company is part of EDP a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be allgreen by 2030 leading the energy transition. With more than 13000 employees around the world we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
What you will do
Role Overview:
The Operations Manager will oversee operations and maintenance activities of EDPRs wind power generation facilities and lead daily ownership representation.
Main responsibilities:
- Manage all operations and maintenance activities for balanceofplant (BOP) assets within established operating guidelines for projects 100 400 megawatts in size
- Interface with local communities to establish and maintain rapport
- Oversee the designated facilities operations maintenancerelated contracts and agreements for sites under warranty
- Manage turbine operations and maintenance for sites offwarranty
- Facilitate daily weekly monthly and annual reporting in accordance with operational safety regulatory and environmental performance requirements
- Monitor each facilitys performance in terms of comparison with expected results and key performance indicators
- Engage appropriate internal and external resources as performance issues may require
- Represent the company locally before interconnection and customer entities
- Represent the company in landowner and community relationships
- Work closely with equipment suppliers and service entities as needed
- Monitor generating equipment for proper function service and repairs
- Identify and engage contractors for facilities balanceofplant maintenance
- Ensure that onsite activities at each facility are conducted in a safetyconscious manner
- Ensure that quality electronic communication is established and maintained at each facility
- Monitor new facility construction and commissioning activities
- Ensure adherence to best practices and delivery of the optimal product
- Interface with Engineering Accounting and Development staff and other individuals both internal and external as needed
- Maximize performance and ensure value retention for each facility
- Monitor contractor performance and ensure quality and adherence to the highest standards in work practices
- Conduct and report on periodic meetings with contractors and partners
- Ensure reliability of the Bulk Electric System
- Ensure compliance with site environmental regulations pertaining to hazardous waste oil spill prevention avian studies and wildlife conservation
- Additional duties as required
Employment type
Fulltime
Work site
Pearl River Solar Park Madison MS
What are we looking for
Minimum Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelors degree in a related field strongly preferred
- 5 7 years relevant experience preferably in wind energy
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software and database application
- Competency in Analytical Problem Solving Strong Communication Customer/Partner Relationships and Technology Expertise. (Preferred).
Travel:
Up to 10%
Behavioral Requirements:
- Ability to quickly understand the basics of a variety of subjects relating to wind and solar energy including resource studies environmental and cultural studies transmission issues public relations public policy sales and civil and electrical engineering
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Understanding of basic financial principles (IRR NPV Depreciation etc)
- High attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Ability to be selfmotivated and perform job tasks in a relatively unstructured environment with little supervision
- Ability to travel as needed
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Physical demands & working conditions:
- Sitting/Standing/Flexibility:Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing sitting walking kneeling bending twisting squatting and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on wind farm sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
- Walking:Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on wind farm sites.
- Speech/Reading:Ability to speak read and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or schedule form
- Lifting:Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 10 pounds and to occasionally lift items weighing between 20 and 40 pounds
- Climbing:
- Ability to climb turbine towers
- Weight including harness and tools must be in accordance with the weight limit as specified by the ANSI Fall Protection Standards
- Vision/Hearing:Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or schedule form
- Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions:Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on wind farm sites
- Safety:Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
Need more reasons to apply
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decisionmaking;
Respect and value each person providing a flexible healthy and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time highlighting the EDP groups strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg GenderEquality Index
Global certification as a familyresponsible company by Fundacin Msfamlia
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
