Scope of Position
EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.
Under specific direction from the Major Correctives Manager, provides day to day supervision of the Major Corrective teams working in the field. The scope includes, but not limited to, execution of all work activities, supervision of all employees at the site, reports, and other written and verbal communications between site and management teams, customers, vendors, etc.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the daily oversight and primary point of contact for major correctives teams working in the field (internal team and subcontractors), including frequent travel to sites to perform TEV’s, training, etc.
- Support Zero Harm safety culture within internal team and subcontractors.
- Investigate all Safety incidents and enact all Corrective Actions thereto.
- Ensure all documentation is received prior to start of work (lift plan, etc.)
- Support remote project kick-off calls as necessary.
- Ensuring 100% training compliance of themselves as well as team members.
- Perform daily/weekly review of work orders, timecards, service reports, and any other required paperwork or computer work for the specific project/assignment. Advise team of any errors and make adjustments/educate team as necessary to avoid the same in the future.
- Responsible for all QC activity in the business and performing QC assessments of work by major correctives technicians up-tower.
- Review major corrective work instructions periodically for accuracy as well as identifying opportunities for optimization and/or improvement.
- Responsible for the development of the major correctives team through ongoing training and mentoring.
- Other duties as assigned.
Supervision of Others:
- This position will have at times 12-20 technicians as direct reports.
- This role may oversee and support subcontractors to support project needs.
Working Conditions:
65% of time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment. 35% of time is spent in the field supporting and visiting technicians, in addition to attending various meetings. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat and safety glasses always. Each job site may be different and must be accessed individually. Repetitive use of legs, arms, hands, and fingers. Able to work 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week, overtime and night shifts as required.
Qualifications
- Working knowledge of wind industry best practices, general maintenance standards, and a common understanding of condition-based monitoring systems.
- Advanced understanding of major corrective repair/replacement procedures including crane operations.
- Rigging/signal person/QEW/GWO qualified within 6 months of hire.
Education/Experience –
- High school or equivalent (Required)
- 3-5 years’ experience working with wind major corrective operations across multiple platforms.
- A minimum of 3 years current or previous experience as a subject matter expert/supervisory capacity preferred.
- Ability to work independently.
- Knowledgeable in all MS applications: Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Willing to travel on short notice, up to a week or two at a time.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities –
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
- Demonstrable commitment to safety.
- Flexibility, able to adapt and comply with Company/Client requirements.
- Ability to work with, interact effectively with other disciplines.
- Ability to work on own initiative and resourcefulness to complete all assigned tasks.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
- Has a desire to learn and develop within the role.
- Highly experienced in using and understanding testing and diagnostic equipment (multi-meter, borescope, etc.)
- Knowledge in electrical safety and arc flash standards.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Stand, climb, use hands or fingers, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Able to work at heights, including climbing up and climbing down ladders.
- Able to work in an electrical environment. This may have been achieved through formal training, previous work experience, or the ability to demonstrate electrical skills.
- Able to operate company vehicles (field trucks), both onsite as well as on public roads and highways. Must have a current driver’s license with a good DMV printout.
- Demonstrate good work habits, including but not limited to attendance, and maintaining a neat and orderly work environment.
EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:
- Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
- Comprehensive health coverage. EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Rewarding 401k. EDF Renewables USA provides a generous matching contribution.
We are also proud to offer:
- Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave.
- Rewarding learning & development opportunities.
- Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.
Salary range: the full salary range for this role is $91,000 to $152,000. The target range for this position is [Recruiter enter information]. We generally base salary decisions on factors such as candidate work and/or leadership experience, educational credentials, and in some cases, candidate work location.
Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that supports our goal of delivering renewable energy solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.
