Wind Farm Operations Director – Independent Power Plant
at ALTGEN
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 01 Aug, 2024 | Not Specified | 05 May, 2024 | 5 year(s) or above | Renewable Energy,Solar Pv,Interpersonal Skills,Capex,Opex | No | No |
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Description:
Published
10 April 2024
Category
Southern Africa
Job Type
Full-time
Maximum Salary
2500000.00
Minimum Salary
2000000.00
Currency
DESCRIPTION
Are you the most qualified person in the room? Might be time to find a new room… We’re looking for an Operations Director whose CV SCREAMS IPP experience.
Our client manages a global portfolio of nearly 1.5 GW of renewable energy projects and is seeking an individual with EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE in the IPP space, to bridge the gap between their board and on-site engineers. This role entails overseeing all operational aspects of the plant.
The ideal candidate should possess over 5 years of leadership experience in managing utility-scale onshore wind plants and a background in setting up control room systems. The primary focus will be on managing and maintaining the DSC/SCADA and ensuring cyber security compliance. Importantly this role involves communicating, managing, and reporting plant performance across departments and management levels.
Apply now and take the next step in your green career!
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
- Post graduate qualification or master’s degree is preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- 8+ years’ experience in a leadership/management role at a utility-scale on-shore wind or solar plant
- Experience with OPEX and CAPEX budgeting systems
- Systems engineering experience is advantageous
- Previous wind and solar PV experience
SKILLS
- Conversational Afrikaans is an advantage
- Strong interpersonal skills
Responsibilities:
TO STREAMLINE OUR PROCESS AND PREVENT ANY POTENTIAL INCONVENIENCE, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT CANDIDATES WITHOUT PRIOR EXPERIENCE IN RENEWABLE ENERGY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
The role encompasses various responsibilities across reporting, strategic support, operational and health & safety management, people management, financial oversight, commercial activities, stakeholder relations/compliance, systems engineering, information technology, performance analysis, and power and plant engineering.
The position also involves leading and directing functions related to systems engineering, information technology, and power and plant engineering, with a focus on asset management, performance analysis, and engineering systems. Responsibilities extend to legal, financial, and operational advisory roles, ensuring compliance with industry policies and regulations such as the OHS Act 16.2. Additionally, the candidate will nurture client relationships and oversee financial matters. This opportunity offers significant responsibility and the chance to advance one’s career with a globally recognized organisation.
Additionally, the role entails overseeing grid code planning, technical scoping, procurement, and supporting business development initiatives.
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:5.0Max:10.0 year(s)
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Engineering Design / R&D
Electronic Engineering
Graduate
Electrical or mechanical engineering
Proficient
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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa