Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager
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Job Summary
O&M Contractor & Contract Management
- Lead the tendering evaluation and selection process for O&M contractors service providers and specialized subcontractors.
- Review negotiate and finalize O&M contracts Long-Term Service Agreements (LTSAs) and maintenance scopes of work on behalf of the Owner.
- Monitor contractor performance against KPIs SLAs availability guarantees and response-time commitments; apply bonus/penalty (liquidated damages) provisions where applicable.
- Conduct periodic contract compliance audits and manage contract renewals amendments and close-outs.
- Act as the primary point of escalation between the Owner and O&M/EPC contractors for technical and commercial disputes.
Site Engineering & Personnel Oversight
- Directly manage and supervise O&M site engineers supervisors and technical staff across solar wind and substation sites.
- Set performance objectives review work plans and ensure adequate staffing and competency levels at each site.
- Oversee shift planning on-call/emergency response rosters and coordination between multiple site teams.
- Approve site engineers maintenance schedules permits-to-work and outage/switching plans in coordination with grid operators.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to site teams; identify training and certification needs.
Spare Parts Inventory & Warranty Management
- Oversee procurement storage and logistics of spare parts to minimize downtime and avoid overstocking.
- Track equipment warranties (OEM and contractor-provided) and ensure timely warranty claims are filed followed up and closed with suppliers/manufacturers.
Requirements
Bachelors degree in Electrical Mechanical or Power Engineering (Masters degree or MBA an advantage).
Minimum 810 years of experience in O&M or asset management of utility-scale power generation or transmission assets with at least 35 years covering solar and/or wind facilities.
Demonstrated experience managing O&M/EPC contractors LTSAs and substation/HV assets from an Owners perspective.
Strong understanding of PV and wind turbine technology HV substation equipment protection systems and grid codes.
Experience with CMMS/APM software SCADA platforms and contract/warranty management systems.
Professional Engineer (PE) license PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Electrical Mechanical or Power Engineering (Masters degree or MBA an advantage). Minimum 810 years of experience in O&M or asset management of utility-scale power generation or transmission assets with at least 35 years covering solar and/or wind facilities. Demonstrated experience managing O&M/EPC contractors LTSAs and substation/HV assets from an Owners perspective. Strong understanding of PV and wind turbine technology HV substation equipment protection systems and grid codes.
