Manager, O&M

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area:

Operations & Maintenance

Remuneration:
Exempt

The Manager, O&M Region West is responsible for the safe, reliable and compliant operation and maintenance (O&M) of renewable energy generation project/s.

The Manager, O&M will be responsible for supervising plant personnel and managing the daily administration, operation, planned and corrective maintenance, and event response for their assigned asset/s. The O&M Manager will furthermore be responsible for ensuring all operations and maintenance activities are performed in accordance with industry best practices, industry best safety practices, company and owner procedures, plans, and guidelines as well as all pertinent state and federal laws and regulations including NERC compliance when applicable.

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

* Work with cross functional groups to prepare plant operating budgets, monitor and control costs within approved budget; ensure the procurement of equipment replacement and maintenance/repair contractors and approve all purchase orders within established approval level

* Ensure plant staff has completed required and recommended safety and functional training

* Foster a collaborative team environment across RWEA - projects ensuring optimal safety, operations, maintenance, and performance

* Technical Support:

* Perform operational analysis as required to support Asset Management and Project Development functions

* Review 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 company and host facility visits as required

Job Requirements and Experiences:

* 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

* NABCEP Certfication or Electrical License preferred

* Minimum 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

* Minimum 2 years in a lead or supervisor position

* Minimum 2 years managing facilities and personel

* Complete understanding of substation equipment, functions and maintenance requirements

* Complete understanding of NERC as it applies to a power plant, substation, PRCs, MODs, CIPs, etc.

* Complete understanding of plant operations, environmental rules, SPCC, emergency plans, etc.

* Knowledge of industry standards, OSHA regulations and environmental regulations

* Knowledge of energy markets and market procedures

* Experience interacting with regulatory agencies, CAISO, CPUC, PG&E, etc.

* Experience in working with California employment labor laws and regulations.

* Experience managing, troubleshooting, and work with SCADA/DAS/CMMS systems

* Strong People leadership experience

* Experience managing through change

* Demonstrated ability to adhere to safety processes and procedures

* An unrestricted driver's license in good standing required

* Understanding of solar and battery energy plant equipment and principle of operation and maintenance requirements

* 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

* Able to operate in a cross-functional environment

* 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 within tight deadlines and evolving schedules

* Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships

* Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space

* Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams

* Experience in using maintenance…