Wind Farm Site Manager

ACCIONA is one of Spain's leading corporations, a front-runner in promoting and managing infrastructures, renewable energies, water and services, with 30,000 professionals worldwide, in 30 countries, and on 5 continents.

The company is a global leader in renewable energy working exclusively with renewable technologies, specifically in wind, solar PV, solar thermal, hydro and biomass. Our Northern American Energy Division owns and operates renewable energy windfarms in the United States and Canada, and has recently added 3 gigawatts to our portfolio as we begin back to back Solar PV and storage projects. This is an exciting time to join Acciona and become one of the “pioneers in sustainability.”

Position Overview

ACCIONA Energy is seeking a Wind Farm Site Manager to manage our Tatanka Wind Farm, based out of Rio Hondo, Texas.

The Wind Farm Site Manager manages all employees and contractors assigned to work on the wind farm in a way that promotes a safe and efficient operation while maximizing the operational availability of the wind turbines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the training and the support for the Wind Turbines Technicians in a matter that facilitates troubleshooting, adjusting, repairing, and/or retrofitting of low to medium voltage electrical, mechanical or hydraulic components perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair and maintenance on wind turbine generators, and related equipment on the wind farm
• Train and support Wind Turbine technicians in, or conduct predictive maintenance checks, such as Infrared Fault Detection Surveys, Corona Surveys, Ultrasonic Surveys
• Conduct and review safety analyses and reviews of potential electrical and mechanical hazards
• Manage the safety training of the wind farm personnel and monitor the use of appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control of energy sources to ensure work is performed in a safe manner
• Ensure safety and health requirements and ensure cleanliness of facility and equipment
• Supervise the inventory of tools, consumables and spare parts inventory
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly reports that pertain to the performance and operation of the wind farm
• Complete and maintain required and accurate documentation, records, and budgets; construct and revise budgets related to operations and maintenance functions
• Prepare annual budget for wind farm and develop monthly reports tracking operational cost
• Represent Acciona at all levels, including professional presentations to national trade groups
• Support and maintain local, public and landowner relations
• Address concerns at community, legislative, taxation, regulatory, and tribal bodies.

Requirements

• 2 or 4 year technical degree or equivalent work experience and training
• 2 - 5 years in a leadership position and five years experience O&M in an energy environment, renewable technology a plus
• Be able to work independently, demonstrate strong leadership skills, and have experience supervising a team
• Able to plan, direct and/or perform switching and lock-out/ tag-out functions on all wind farm related equipment
• Ensure that all work performed at wind farms conform to applicable regulatory and environmental standards
• Ability to work a flexible and changing schedule as require in order to meet operational needs including managing several crossing processes, different work teams and simultaneous demanding situations

Compensation

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

Acciona is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.