Head of Operations Management (m/w/d)

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. 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
• 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 compliance with site environmental regulations pertaining to hazardous waste, oil spill prevention, avian studies, and wildlife conservation
• Full-Time

Work site

Onsite - Lone Star Wind Farm - Abilene, TX

High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in a related field strongly preferred

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software and database application

Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise. (Travel

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

Understanding of basic financial principles (IRR, NPV, Depreciation, etc)

Ability to be self-motivated and perform job tasks in a relatively unstructured environment with little supervision

Ability to travel as needed

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

5 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on wind farm sites.

Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form

Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions: Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on wind farm sites

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.