Manager, Operations - Photovoltaic and Battery Storage

Terra-Gen Photovoltaic And Battery Storage Operations Manager

The Terra-Gen Photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Storage (BESS) Operations Manager is for an additional plant(s) within the Terra-Gen project portfolio. It is a manager position that leads and monitors all operational and maintenance functions for PV and BESS Facilities. The office location is near Mojave CA and other designated plants as needed. It is a position managing multiple employees, OEM and vendors who perform tasks fulfilling duties specified in an executed O&M service agreement between Terra-Gen Operating Company, as the O&M Service Provider, and possibly several entities including Terra-Gen LLC, as the owner.

The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring that the facilities are available to produce optimally and within all safety and regulatory compliance while fostering a positive, supportive, collaborative and safe culture. This position will be responsible for developing and implementing plant policies and procedures as well as team building and professional development of employees.

The Operations Manager will also be responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance of the power plant(s) and all associated equipment in accordance with procedures, regulatory guidelines, and operating directives in effect. They will also provide appropriate direction, guidance, training, and supervision of assigned personnel in the accomplishment of company goals and directives. Oversee all facets of operations and maintenance associated with equipment performance. Responsible for the material condition of each component and ensures that each functions correctly and reliably through programs of equipment inspection, repair, and system testing/troubleshooting. Coordinates with all departments, including OEMs, to maintain peak performance of the power plant(s) while maintaining all warranties. Ensures all documentation is completed to provide historical analysis along with regulatory compliance of all maintenance and repairs.

The Operations Manager reports to the General Manager of Operations – Photovoltaic and Battery Storage. The main office located in the vicinity of Mojave, California.

Some travel is required for this position.

On-call rotation is required for this position.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Adheres to, supports, and complies with all company safety and environmental policies and practices. Ensures all employees, contractors and visitors conduct themselves safely and within departmental / company policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Assures a proper working environment by maintaining discipline, morale, and employee relations.
• Prepare salary recommendations.
• Manage human resource responsibilities, including personnel coaching, development, performance management including reprimands and reviews, both written and verbal, as required, up to the point of terminating an employee, if necessary.
• Schedules overtime and manages vacation requests for assigned personnel. Reviews and approve assigned personnel timecards.
• Responsible for team-building and professional development of team members.
• Conduct or supervise training, as required.
• Develop, administer and promote compliance with written procedures for plant operations and maintenance.
• Administer company policies/procedures.
• Using the Terra-Gen work management system (CMMS), ensure work is planned and scheduled to meet warranty and service contract commitments/requirements.
• Review metrics and direct improvements in plant performance, work progress, and work backlog
• Perform Scheduling, performance monitoring, vegetation management, module cleaning, etc.
• Conduct professional contact with key personnel in the form of phone calls, meetings and reporting to the department Managers including the customer regarding plant performance and plans of action.
• Complete request for proposal (RFP) process, select contractors/vendors, initiate contracts and purchase orders and professionally manage contractors/vendors for Terra-Gen operations, contractual spare parts, and operation and maintenance technicians as needed to fulfill O&M service agreement obligations.
• Responsible for the performance of all contractors as required by the O&M service agreement.
• Manage and track warranty claims and understand installation warranty and equipment warranty responsibilities. Ensures operation and maintenance activities are performed to maintain warranty agreements.
• Schedule and manage additional services, as needed, based on the available monitoring data. Ensure acceptable quality of services executed.
• Completes all required plant inspections.
• Assist EHS with the implementation of an OSHA-compliant safety program and culture at the plants.
• Responsible for regulatory compliance:
• NERC Compliance
• CPUC GO 167-C Compliance
• Conditional Use Permit Compliance
• Air Permit Compliance
• Oversee development, promote and administer the Continuous Improvement Program (CIP).
• Manage and assist in Root Cause Analysis to ensure continuous improvement.
• Manages the everyday plant activities of the operating assets in compliance with established company and regulatory standards.
• Oversee O&M Provider(s). Manage OEM operating and repair/troubleshooting efforts to ensure compliance with service agreements and compliance with established standards
• Assist, as need, and ensure timely reporting for energy regulatory agencies including PUCs, FERC, CEC, and EIA.
• Timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Provides reports for lenders along with local, state, and federal regulatory organizations according to the agreements and contracts.
• Maintain a database tracking: operation, contract administration, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting.
• Develop and manage an annual budget for multiple projects concurrently.
• Responsible for the financial and operational performance of assigned plants.
• Analyze and optimize the financial performance of operating plants.
• Analyze production data and optimize performance of operating plants.
• Review performance modeling results and compare with actual performance data.
• Propose solutions for improving performance based on positive cost/benefit analysis.
• Responsible for immediate support and ensures corrective actions in response to emergency situations to minimize safety hazards and to reduce damage or downtime to the plant and its equipment. Calls employees to emergency duty upon assessing plant conditions and determining the necessity for additional support.
• Understands and follows proper procedures for control and shipment of all hazardous waste streams.
• Oversees / directs all instrumentation/electrical/DCS preventative and corrective maintenance, including equipment overhauls and system modifications.
• Coordinates with company personnel, outside consultants, and vendors to plan outages and new construction projects, ensure proper staffing, correct maintenance problems, startup new equipment.
• Provides technical guidance and direction to assigned personnel during the completion of repairs, troubleshooting, and overhauls. Provides technical guidance to Plant Supervisors.
• Documents equipment problems, writes work orders (as needed), work instructions, and maintenance repair requests.
• Trains to improve personal skills and the skills of co-workers related to the job and/or required advancement.
• Responsible for the completion of special tasks and projects assigned by the Director or General Manager of Operations.

Supervisory responsibilities include managing plant employees as assigned. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum requirements include:

• Strong technical and supervisory skills.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical safety and NFPA 70E requirements.
• Proven ability to successfully procure, monitor, and assess subcontracted functions such as electrical contractors.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors.
• Ability to work with minimal or no supervision with a customer service focus.
• Ability to work in high-pressure situations.
• Organizational skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively and handle multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong knowledge and use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Current driver's license with clean driving history.

Education and/or experience knowledge includes:

• At least 3 Years Experience as Plant Manager in large utility power plant.
• 8+ years supervisory experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• 3+ years contract and budget management experience required.
• Extensive knowledge in Design, Construction, Installation, Operation and Maintenance in Power Generation, Oil, Gas, Chemical, and/or Other Related Industrial Processes.
• Possess experience in Project Management, Project Controls, Safety, and Quality Management.
• Experienced in People and Organizational Development and Management.
• Experienced in Project Control, Budgeting, and Cost management.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, schematics