Operations Manager

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading 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 all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

The Operations Manager will oversee operations and maintenance activities of EDPR's wind power generation facilities and lead daily ownership representation.

• Manage all operations and maintenance activities for balance-of-plant (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, maintenance-related contracts, and agreements for sites under warranty
• * Manage turbine operations and maintenance for sites off-warranty
• * Facilitate daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reporting in accordance with operational, safety, regulatory, and environmental performance requirements
• * Monitor each facility's 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' balance-of-plant maintenance
• * Ensure that on-site activities at each facility are conducted in a safety-conscious 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

Full-Time

Onsite
- Lone Star Wind Farm
- Abilene, TX

• High School diploma or equivalent;
  Bachelor's 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).

Up to 10%

• 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 multi-task
• Ability to be self-motivated and perform job tasks in a relatively unstructured environment with little supervision
• Ability to travel as needed
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• 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…