Wind Deputy Site Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for assisting in managing and overseeing the daily operations of Bethel Wind Facility; a 276 MW wind facility, owned by Southern Company’s subsidiary Southern Power, located in Castro County, Texas. The wind farm is equipped with 120 GE wind turbines rated at 2.3 MW each. This candidate will lead a small team of technicians and third-party wind contractors and will work to establish new operating procedures and will work closely with the rest of Southern Power to communicate and manage the site operations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree in a related field strongly preferred
5 – 7 years of relevant experience, preferably in wind energy
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software and database applications
Success in instilling a culture of Safety Excellence and foundations of Human Performance
Ability to climb turbine towers up to 110 meters in height approximately 5-10 times per week, or as needed
Understand and comply with the ANSI Fall Protection Standards
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
Ability to drive in extreme weather conditions, fog, snow, mud, off-road driving skills
Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
Due to the nature of our work and weight restrictions on our equipment, a candidate must weigh and maintain their body weight at or below 270 pounds.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure that on-site activities at each facility are conducted in a safety-conscious manner
Manage all operations and maintenance activities for balance-of-plant (BOP) assets
Oversee the facilities’ operations and maintenance-related contracts
Manage any warranties as applicable
Facilitate daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reporting in accordance with operational, safety, regulatory, and environmental performance requirements
Monitor each facility’s performance in terms of comparison with expected results and key performance indicators
Engage appropriate internal and external resources as performance issues may require
Work closely with equipment suppliers and service entities as needed
Monitor generating equipment for proper function, service, and repairs
Ensure that quality electronic communication is established and maintained at each facility
Ensure the adoption and adherence to best practices
Monitor contractor performance and ensure quality and adherence to the highest standards in work practices
Ensure that all safety training is performed on schedule, as well as request additional training as it applies to your day-to-day tasks
Ensure compliance with site environmental regulations pertaining to hazardous waste, oil spill prevention, avian studies, wildlife conservation, etc.
Additional duties as required

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES:

Demonstrate Southern Company Values

+ Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance

Instill a culture of Safety with a personal commitment to Safety Excellence and Human Performance
Cooperative behavior when dealing with landowners, 3 rd party contractors and Southern assistance teams which include engineers, safety, environmental, asset management, Utility Company and local residence
Ability to quickly understand the basics of a variety of subjects relating to wind and solar energy including resource studies, environmental and cultural studies, transmission issues, public relations, public policy, sales, and civil and electrical engineering
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong analytical and quantitative skills - High attention to detail and ability to multi-task
Ability to be self-motivated and perform job tasks in a relatively unstructured environment with little supervision
Ability to travel as needed
Strong written and verbal communication skills

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Some relocation assistance may be available.

Southern Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, is a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider meeting the electricity needs of municipalities, electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities, and other energy customers. Southern Power and its subsidiaries own 55 facilities operating or under construction in 14 states with more than 12,500 MW of generating capacity in Alabama, California, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Maine, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, and Washington.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and beneﬁts will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 21635

Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Power

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