The Plant Manager is responsible for the comprehensive management of a large -scale wind farm facility. As the designated GMR2.1 appointment, you will oversee the operational outcomes of both the wind turbines and the balance of plant. You will lead a multidisciplinary site team to ensure the facility is technically, commercially, and environmentally optimised.
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Operations & Maintenance<\/b>
<\/div>Operational Planning: <\/span>Manage the scheduling of all maintenance tasks, facility management functions, and deferred maintenance while considering resource requirements.
<\/li>Performance Optimization: Execute Asset Management Plans to reduce downtime, maintain OEM standards, and drive site -specific performance improvement projects.
<\/li>Asset Care: Responsible for plant availability according to contract and the scheduling of repairs for faulty components or rotables under warranty.
<\/li>Monitoring: Execute performance monitoring and trending analysis to trigger necessary corrective actions.Health,
<\/li><\/ul>Safety, and Environment (HSE)<\/b>
<\/div>Leadership: Promote and lead a proactive HSE culture and habits across the plant.<\/span>
<\/li>Compliance: Ensure full implementation and compliance with corporate and local HSE standards, systems, and practices.
<\/li>Accountability: Take full responsibility for HSE outcomes and safety incidents on -site.
<\/li><\/ul>People Management & Leadership<\/b>
<\/div>Line Management: Oversee all plant -based personnel, including performance management, coaching, and workforce planning.<\/span>
<\/li>Culture: Create a conducive working environment that promotes psychological safety, team morale, and an agile culture.<\/span>
<\/li>Development: Support career development, talent retention, and coordinate training for plant personnel.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Financial & Contractor Management<\/b><\/span>
<\/div>Budgeting: Manage the plant’s Annual Operating Plan (AOP), including the day -to -day budget, overtime, and spares.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>Approvals: Provide first -level approval for site -related expenses and verify consumable costs.<\/span>
<\/li>Contractors: Manage service providers at an operational level, ensuring they meet performance standards and contractual commitments<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Reporting & Administration<\/b>
<\/div>KPI Reporting: Provide monthly analytical reports regarding schedule attainment, breakdowns, spares movement, and HSE incidents.
<\/span><\/li>Data Integrity: Ensure all maintenance activities and asset data are correctly recorded in the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
<\/li>Inventory: Purchase and control stock levels for spares and tools, utilising 5S principles.
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Requirements<\/h3>
Education<\/b>
<\/div>Required: National Diploma, B.Tech, or B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering.
<\/span><\/li>Required: Must include 6 mechanical subjects and a GCC (Government Certificate of Competency) for Factories
<\/li><\/ul>Technical Experience<\/b>
<\/div>Renewable Energy: Proven knowledge of wind farm systems and operations.
<\/span><\/li>Electrical Systems: Experience in switching LV and MV systems, and working knowledge of power system protection (up to 33 kV).
<\/li>Plant Systems: Exposure to SCADA, HV/MV power systems, and transformers.
<\/li>Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with ERP/CMMS systems.
<\/li><\/ul>Professional Attributes<\/b>
<\/div>Leadership: Ideally 2+ years of supervisory experience with strong delegation and prioritisation skills.
<\/div>Communication: Strong written and verbal skills, with the ability to prepare complex management reports.
<\/div>Compliance: Deep knowledge of the OHS Act and a strong safety record.
<\/div>Mobility: Valid Code B driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly, including overnight stays.
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