Manager, O&M Central

RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Operations & Maintenance
Remuneration: Exempt

The Manager, O&M Central, is responsible for supervising the overall operations and maintenance of the solar farm and all related facilities to assure safety and maximize availability in accordance with the Operations mission: to improve safety, increase the knowledge and technical capability of our people, increase production, reduce O&M costs, and standardize processes globally.

Role Responsibilities: 

• Plant Operations
  • Oversee production and ensure that plants operate within design parameters in a reliable, safe, and efficient manner
  • Ensure facility processes and procedures are adhered to as well as in compliance with all rules, regulations, and laws as applicable
  • Monitor production to ensure plants are meeting performance expectations
  • Coordinate and resolve operational abnormalities
• Plant Maintenance
  • Ensure the timely maintenance and repair of plant components, as well as resolve problems that may arise
  • Perform preventive/predictive maintenance to ensure long term profitability, plant reliability, and risk minimization
• Prepare plant operating budgets, monitor and control costs within the approved budget; ensure the procurement of equipment replacement and maintenance/repair contractors, and approve all purchase orders within the established approval level
• Ensure plant staff have completed required and recommended safety and functional training.  Foster a collaborative team environment across RWECE - projects, ensuring optimal safety, operations, maintenance, and performance
• Technical Support
  • Perform operational analysis as required to support Asset Management and Project Development functions
  • Create, review, and distribute daily, weekly, monthly, and annual operational reports
• Technical Expertise
  • Stay abreast of regulations, codes, and standards as they relate to the industry
  • Develop relationships with suppliers that result in beneficial synergies
• General
  • Act as local company and owner liaison, develop long-range plans, and work with local civic groups as required
  • Attend meetings on behalf of the company and host facility visits as required

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required
• A 2-year or 4-year college degree in Business or technical hard science (Engineering, Physics, Power, or closely similar) from an accredited US school other than correspondence or internet is preferred
• A current journeyman or master electrician license may substitute for 2 years of experience
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience in operations and/or maintenance of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems, including at least 2 years in the renewables industry managing plants is required
• A minimum of 2 years in a lead or supervisor position is required
• Knowledge of industry standards, OSHA regulations, and environmental regulations
• Knowledge of energy markets and market procedures
• Experience interacting with local utilities
• Experience managing, troubleshooting, and working with SCADA systems
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to safety processes and procedures
• An unrestricted driver's license in good standing is required
• Able to guide the Operations site teams to maintain focus toward accomplishing objectives
• Must motivate site teams to complete assignments in an efficient and effective manner
• Proven record of dealing and interacting with both management and technical teams
• Skilled in human relations, conflict resolution, and facilitation in a team environment
• Knowledge of power electronics and circuitry
• Knowledge of power generation technologies and equipment
• Willing to work on weekends and off shifts as required
• Ability to work in varying climates as required