England, Networkers MSB
With the growth of the of the business globally our client who is one of the leading players in the Wind Energy industry are looking to appoint an experienced Operations Manager to join the Offshore Wind Farm Operations team responsible for operating and maintaining this flag ship project. As a member of the Operations Team you will be responsible for managing the day to day operations of the Offshore Wind Farm as well as having the opportunity to share knowledge and experiences and become involved in other projects within the company’s portfolio which are either under development, construction or operation elsewhere in Europe.
The Operations Manager will report directly to the Offshore Wind Farm Site Manager.
Main responsibilities:
The Operations Manager will be responsible for:
Day to day operational responsibility
Maintaining and developing the close cooperation with the wind turbine supplier
Joint supervision of up to eight offshore wind turbine service technicians
Managing and supervising suitably qualified and experienced contractors and sub contractors
Optimization of operation and maintenance to achieve high safe and sustained profitability
Planning and monitoring of maintenance operations
Monitor spares availability and stockholding including storage.
Responsible implementing and monitoring the annual Wind Farm Operating Plans
Responsible for implementing any site specific environmental management plans
Maintenance planning and follow up work as necessary
Preparing routine daily, weekly and monthly operational reports
Implementing and supervising site safety, health and environmental compliance
Respond to emergency call outs as and when necessary
Responsible for operating and maintaining the wind farm high voltage network
Qualifications:
A relevant degree in engineering, preferably mechanical or electrical engineering or other applicable technical field.
Three years relevant work experience from within the electricity generation business ideally wind farms.
Broad based experienced in electrical and mechanical operations and maintenance.
Flexible self motivated, organised individual with the ability to work on there own, willing to travel and share knowledge and experiences across the organisation.
Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel and other MS Office packages.
Familiar with operating SCADA systems and running HV systems
SAP (Senior Authorised Person) qualified would be advantageous