Grid Operations Coordinator

at  Enercon

GRID OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

Location:Tralee, IE, V92 E3CE
Onsite/Hybrid/Remote: Hybrid (< 50% remote)
ENERCON has been one of the technology leaders in the wind power sector for over 40 years. As the first manufacturer of wind turbines, the company used a gearless drive concept that is a characteristic of all ENERCON wind turbines. ENERCON is also at the forefront in other areas, such as rotor blade design, control technology, grid connection technology, and with its wide range of technological new developments, proves its innovative strength time and again.
Innovative ideas are the hallmark of our successes and move us on. We are passionate about realizing wind energy projects across the globe and meeting tomorrow’s energy technology challenges. You and your engagement can make a contribution to shape the future of renewable energies.
ENERCON are now recruiting for a Grid Operations Coordinator.
Reporting to the Grid Operations Manager IE&NI, ENERCON Windfarm Services Ireland Ltd is now recruiting for a Grid Operations Coordinator. This specialist role will be based from our headquarters in Tralee Co. Kerry, with some travel expected nationwide and in Europe. The role is a hybrid of office and home working.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFILE:

• Minimum of trade qualification/ 3rd level in relevant electrical discipline is essential.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in similar role or wind industry role.
• SCADA experience is an advantage.
• Safe pass and full clean driving licence is essential.
• Team player & good communicator.
• Highly organised individual with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload without supervision.
• Motivated to remain upskilled and knowledgeable on new technical advances.
• Ability to show initiative and flexibility with workload.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office Packages.
• SCADA experience is an advantage.
• Available for frequent nationwide travel as required.

• To ensure that all faults and necessary repairs to the MV/HV Equipment associated with the WECS i.e. Switchgear, transformers, etc. are organised & carried out in a timely manner. This is to include any necessary materials and associated labour required to carry out repairs.
• Provide support during the fault finding and repair of any LV equipment associated with, and necessary for the safe operation of the MV/HV equipment e.g. remote box, protection relay etc.
• To become familiar with and operate the databases necessary for the organisation of the above; and to populate them as necessary, in a timely manner
• To carry out all of the above for HV Switchgear and associated LV equipment, for ENERCON owned/operated which is without the WEC e.g. Sub Stations
• To liaise as necessary with owners, operators, technicians, DNOs etc. in Ireland and the region.
• To (after training & gaining supervised experience) act in the role of the Switching Control Engineer for the UK and IE; for both existing sites and first energisations
• To operate the software systems necessary to exercise all task within his or her area of responsibility.
• To organise and ensure that all MV/HV equipment and associated LV equipment, is inspected and maintained as required by law and ENERCON’s own procedures and good practice.
• To produce, or assist in the production of all documentation necessary for carrying out work to such equipment safely.
• To operate appropriately within associated electrical safety rules.
• Suggest and implement improvements to processes and protocols as required as required.
• To arrange and ensure that all record keeping is accurate and up to date e.g. correction of SLDs.
• To arrange and ensure that contractor provision is always adequate and in place.
• To ensure and maintain an excellent working relationship, close communication and sharing of information with other employees
• To take a pro-active approach to ensure that your technical understanding is undiminished with time and to complete and suggest training and development opportunities that you need where necessary and required
• Ensure that all issues, including Health and safety matters are reported promptly for rectification
• When and where required, travel to WEC sites throughout Ireland on a frequent basis and travel to Europe when required.