Area Supervisor - Renewable Energy Assets

Potentia Energy Group; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy firm in Western Australia seeks an Asset Area Supervisor to manage wind farm operations. You will ensure compliance with safety and performance standards, oversee maintenance contractors, and monitor plant performance. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of experience in the energy sector, preferably in renewables, with relevant engineering qualifications. The role involves working closely with local stakeholders to enhance operational efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in power industry, preferably in renewables.
• Experience in operation & maintenance of wind power plants.
• Possession of White Card and Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and maintenance of wind farm assets.
• Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and monitor personnel activities.

Skills

Electrical Engineering knowledge

Experience in power industry

Renewable energy background

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or A Grade Electrical License

Job description

Introduction

About Us

Potentia Energy (previously Enel Green Power Australia) is a dynamic joint venture co-owned by Enel Green Power and INPEX, both committed to driving Australia’s energy transition and supporting the nation in achieving its net zero target.

Potentia Energy has a proven track record and extensive expertise across the project lifecycle with a current portfolio of 9 operating plants comprising over 800 MW of solar and wind capacity across Australia. The company has rights secured for a development pipeline of over 8 GW across Australia and is pursuing an ambitious growth agenda in wind, solar, storage and hybrid projects. Guided by our core values – Collaboration, Authenticity, Responsibility and Excellence – we work with local communities, partners and customers to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

For more information, visit Potentia Energy’s website: https://potentiaenergy.com.au/

Description

The Role

The Asset Area Supervisor will oversee the operations and maintenance of the Flat Rocks and Albany Grasmere Wind Farm Assets, supervising the respective O&M providers to ensure safe operations, maximise plant performance and revenues, minimise downtime and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Asset compliance with Legal, Safety and Environment requirements
• Ensure Asset compliance with performance parameters defined by the Operation and Maintenance/Asset Management function related to operation, maintenance, availability, etc., and prepare relevant reporting
• Monitor daily activities of plant personnel, including availability outside business hours to manage critical events/issues
• Coordinate and monitor maintenance activities performed by contractors, ensuring work is conducted in accordance with relevant manuals, quality standards and contract requirements
• Perform regular inspections on the plant (including climbing/ascending wind turbines, substations, project area, etc.)
• Link data from SCADA/control rooms to actual events in the power plants
• Support the review and interpretation of performance KPIs
• Support the review of contractor reports and assist the O&M/Asset Management function in plant performance, maintenance and availability reporting
• Local monitoring of the power plants status
• Monitor and ensure fast and effective management of plant critical urgent issues
• Act as Owner’s representative at site
• Manage local stakeholders
• Be familiar with all Project Documents and support the Asset Management Team in discharging relevant project obligations
• Support the Asset Management Team in relation to new projects under development, construction, M&A or other existing operational assets, from time to time as required

Skills And Experiences

Selection Criteria:

• Preferably degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Electrical Trade with A Grade Electrical License
• At least 5 years of experience in the power industry with a strong background in the energy sector and generation, preferably in renewables (wind)
• Previous experience in Operation & Maintenance (or commissioning) of renewable (wind) power plants
• White Card
• Driver’s License
• GWO training highly advantageous
• High Voltage Switching highly advantageous