Operations Control Centre (OCC) Delivery Manager

at  Galetech Group

Galetech Group is a specialist renewable energy development and services group that develops renewable energy projects and provides planning, environmental and advisory support to our clients on a wide range of wind and renewable energy projects. We are Irish owned, and our team includes over 130 people. We are market leading specialists in the development of renewable energy projects in Ireland, Africa, Australia and across Europe.
To date we have delivered over 500MW of wind capacity, and we currently have over 600MW of onshore, 2GW of offshore in addition to 300MW of energy storage in our development pipeline.
We are looking for an OCC Delivery Manager to join our ever-growing team.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing operational control centres, preferably in the renewable energy sector (wind, solar, battery storage).
• Proven experience in real-time monitoring, control, and optimisation of energy assets.
• Strong understanding of SCADA systems, grid operations, and power plant control systems.
• Experience working with renewable energy regulatory frameworks, grid codes, and safety standards.
• Experience in managing teams, including shift-based operations.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency with SCADA systems, remote monitoring, and control technologies.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, power generation, and grid integration.
• Familiarity with performance monitoring tools and techniques used in the renewables industry

Problem Solving:

• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to respond to operational issues in real-time.
• Strong analytical skills for reviewing operational data and identifying trends or performance issues.

Leadership & Communication:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Safety-First Mindset:

• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations, and experience with emergency response protocols.

Industry Knowledge:

• Deep understanding of the renewable energy sector, particularly wind, solar, and energy storage technologies.
• Knowledge of relevant energy policies, compliance standards, and operational best practices in the renewables industry.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

• Degree or high education in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy) or a related field.
• Professional certifications in energy management, power systems, or project management (preferred).
• Certification in HSE or equivalent safety management programs (preferred).
  This role is crucial for ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of our renewable energy assets. If you have the passion for driving innovation in the renewable sector and leading a high-performing team, we invite you to apply.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The OCC Delivery Manager has the responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a centralised control centre, managing real-time monitoring and performance optimisation of renewable energy assets, such as wind farms, solar farms, and battery storage systems. You will lead a team of operators working closely with engineers ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation whilst optimising operational and commercial performance. The role will be tasked with high standards of delivery against current portfolio of assets, and the delivery of the strategic growth and efficiency plans for the future.