28/03/2022
Job Alert!! Calling all Electrical Engineers in the renewable energy space!
Please see specs below and email [email protected] if you are interested:
Mission:
Lead and manage the Firefly’s O&M business areas to optimally operate and maintain renewable energy generation assets in South Africa.
Leads and manages the company and its Maintenance Services, ensuring a safe operation.
Ensure the Maintenance Services provided to internal and external clients meets all policies, procedures, contracts and regulations.
Ensure highly motivated work environment and provide guidance to help others strengthen their skills.
Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, suppliers and contractors.
Main point of contact with Eskom and applicable authorities.
Manage reports to external stakeholders.
Maintain safe working practices and compliance with regulation.
Develop and implement the growth and development of the section, in line with business objectives.
Influence and works with other sections of the business to develop the operations and maintenance of generation assets.
Maximize availability, production and revenue from generation assets on behalf of asset owners.
Ensure that a strong working relationship is maintained with Head companies with respect to common processes and procedures.
Ensure a continuous improvement culture is maintained within the production business area.
Manage and lead the Maintenance Services section, including the budget thereof
Develop a culture of safety and quality.
Ensure the services provided are conducted safely and meet legislation, regulation, policy and procedures.
Guarantee compliance with all contractual obligations.
Ensure that records are stored and kept correctly.
Report on safety, technical, budget, contractual and resource issues.
Proven communication ability, specifically for report writing and presentation.
Works closely with the Financial Manager and the site managers.
Oversee day-to-day operations and performance goals ensuring their completion.
Recruit and train employees to meet the company targets.
Delegate responsibilities to the chain on command while enforcing all company policies and procedures.
Required profile:
Electrical Engineering Degree, GCC (OHS Act), ECSA Registered
MBA
Valid driver’s license
Clear criminal and credit record
Must have a proactive approach
Excellent negotiation skills
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to motivate and lead people holding employees accountable.
Excellent delegation skills
Languages/Level: English
Years/Areas experience required: 5 years proven managerial experience within wind/solar energy environment.
Must be able to travel within South Africa and abroad.
