Description:
Lead operational performance, safety, and reliability across wind energy assets, ensuring optimal efficiency and compliance.
Role Snapshot- Oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance of wind farm assets.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Lead site teams, contractors, and stakeholders to optimise performance.
D’Arcy Weil is representing a major renewable energy provider leading Australia’s transition to a sustainable future. With a portfolio of wind, solar, and battery storage assets, the organisation is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability. Employees benefit from working in a fast-growing industry, collaborating with leading experts, and contributing to world-class renewable projects.
About the Role
This role is responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of wind farm sites, ensuring asset performance, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards. You will lead site teams, manage contractors, and drive operational improvements, working closely with technical, commercial, and engineering teams to maximise energy output and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations and maintenance of wind farm sites.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead site teams, technicians, and contractors, ensuring effective workforce management.
- Monitor asset performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and optimise output.
- Oversee maintenance schedules, inspections, and condition monitoring programs.
- Implement risk management strategies to minimise downtime and operational risks.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with local communities and stakeholders.
- Support grid connection and system reliability initiatives in collaboration with technical teams.
- Ensure timely reporting on performance, incidents, and regulatory compliance.
- Manage budgets, cost controls, and procurement for site operations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
- Collaborate with internal teams to support project development and asset expansion.
- 5+ years’ experience in wind farm operations, asset management, or site leadership.
- Strong knowledge of wind turbine technology, SCADA systems, and power generation.
- Demonstrated experience in safety management and regulatory compliance.
- Proven leadership ability in managing site teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot operational issues.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience in budget management and cost control.
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related discipline preferred.
- Hybrid work flexibility with a mix of site and office-based work.
- Career development opportunities within a growing renewable energy company.
- Exposure to cutting-edge wind technology and large-scale energy projects.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation.
- Competitive salary package and benefits tailored to industry professionals.
Ivan Pignataro | Director
D’Arcy Weil
St James Building, Mezzanine
555 Bourke Street, Naarm Country, Melbourne VIC 3000
T: +61 3 9999 7409 | M: 0416 507 856 | E: ivan@darcyweil.com
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24 Mar 2025;
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