Operations Manager
O&M Manager, Site Manager, Facility Manager - Offshore Wind
Manage all wind farm operations day-to-day at the site for operations (and if job also includes, maintenance). Provide hands-on technical support and supervision for generation equipment and power delivery systems, as well as with other facility civil work, building maintenance, and upkeep. Work with engineering for diagnostics, and to ensure operations. Manage the monitoring of error codes and ensure reporting occurs. If job entails, manage schedule for maintenance and major repairs and ensure parts are ordered and coordinated. Ensure a positive working environment by maintaining discipline, morale, and employee relations. Set goals, prepare performance reviews, salary recommendations, and disciplinary recommendations. Manage the hiring and training of personnel on site. Meet or exceed production and financial targets. Work closely with asset management and accounting to manage P&L/budget, including budget planning, management and reporting.
Position Requirements
Knowledge/Skills
Leadership & supervision in renewable energy, management and communication skills, organization, detail orientation, preparing budgets, keeping records, computer skills, renewable energy, wind farm operations, maintenance practices in renewable energy, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and maintenance. Reading blueprints, schematics, and operating and maintenance manuals, as well as procedures. Ordering materials, tools & supplies. Ability to climb offshore wind towers.
Education/Training
BA/BS in engineering, business; related field or commensurate experience
Experience
Leadership and technical experience in the power generation, renewable energy industry, electrical marine lines, military operations or related fields. Experience with mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and maintenance.
Credentialing Required/Optional
GWO (Global Wind Organisation) certified. WINDA (Wind Industry Training Records Database) registered.
Career Path
Position Reports To
Director O&M (Operations & Maintenance), Regional Operations Manager, Asset Manager/Director
Career path moves from this role
Director O&M (Operations & Maintenance), Regional Operations Manager, Asset Director