The O&M Manager is responsible for leading the operational performance, maintenance activities, and asset reliability of renewable energy sites. This role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality operations while coordinating technical teams, contractors, and cross-functional departments. The position requires overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance programs, managing budgets, and maintaining strong relationships with customers and external stakeholders. This role operates within a third-party service provider context, focusing on SLA compliance, contractual performance, and long-term customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
* Lead day-to-day operations of facilities to ensure safe and reliable performance.
* Ensure consistent application of standardized O&M processes across all client sites, balancing efficiency with specific contract requirements.
* Manage maintenance programs to optimize turbine and plant availability.
* Support high-risk operations and enforce adherence to safety controls such as LOTO and working-at-heights.
* Optimize operational resources including staffing, tooling, vehicles, and spare parts.
Technical & Performance Management
* Oversee troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and performance improvement actions.
* Collaborate with Engineering to resolve complex technical issues and define best practices.
* Review SCADA, CMS, and field inspection data to improve asset reliability.
* Align technical decisions and priorities with contractual availability targets and bonus/penalty mechanisms.
Financial & Budget Control
* Prepare, track, and manage annual O&M budgets and monitor KPIs such as maintenance costs and inventory levels.
* Manage purchase orders, service contracts, and provider performance.
* Identify cost-reduction opportunities and manage cost structures (fixed-price, cost-plus, or performance-based) to ensure contract profitability.
Contract & Customer Management
* Ensure compliance with O&M contracts, environmental conditions, and performance guarantees.
* Serve as the main point of contact for customers regarding site operations and reporting.
* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual operational reports for stakeholders.
Leadership & Team Development
* Lead and develop site teams, including supervisors, technicians, and administrative staff.
* Support recruitment, training, and technical progression plans.
* Promote a strong safety culture and coordinate with HR and EHS for workforce planning.
Required Skills & Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a relevant technical field.
* Experience:
* Minimum 7-10 years in O&M or operations within renewable energy or industrial environments.
* At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role leading technical teams.
Technical Knowledge:
* Strong knowledge of wind and/or solar O&M practices and safety programs.
* Experience with SCADA systems, CMMS, and maintenance planning tools.
Management Skills:
* Proven experience managing O&M service contracts and SLAs in a multi-client environment.
* Ability to manage budgets and operational KPIs.
* Physical Requirements:
* Ability to work outdoors, climb ladders, and visit remote sites.
* Availability to travel.