Assistant Site Manager - Canada (m/f/d)

Nordex SE; Canada; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A global renewable energy company in Canada is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to oversee wind farm construction. The role requires a solid background in mechanical engineering and construction, as well as strong organizational and communication skills. Applicants should be ready for significant travel and possess a valid driver's license. Competitive pay is offered, along with various benefits including health care and a 10% bonus. Join the team to contribute to sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Basic Life and AD&D

Optional Life & Spousal Optional Life

Weekly Indemnity

Long Term Disability

Extended Health Care

RRSP Match up to $5k

Qualifications

• 3 years mechanical/construction experience, preferably in wind farms.
• Knowledge of quality management and control processes.
• Fluency in English and French required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities at the Wind Farm during the erection and commissioning phase.
• Coordinate mobilization of heavy equipment and organize quality control documents.
• Interact with customers and contractors during construction.

Skills

Mechanical/construction experience

Quality management

Spanish/German language skills

Education

Associate's in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY

The role of Assistant Site Manager directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As the Assistant Site Manager, you will provide onsite assistance to complete construction projects on time and within budget while monitoring the availability and costs of materials and equipment and relay instructions to construction laborers.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assists with the everyday activities at the Wind Farm during the erection and commissioning phase.
• Provides assistance to the Erection and Commissioning Manager coordinating all the activities during the erection and commissioning of the WTG from beginning to “Take Over Certification”.
• Assists with the coordination of the mobilization of all heavy equipment on-site, including Cranes, erection (mechanical and electric) equipment, and transportation equipment
• Helps organize and track all the quality control and transportation documents.
• Interacts with customers and contractors during wind farm construction.
• Assists with the everyday activities at the Wind Farm during the erection and commissioning phase.

WHAT YOU HAVE

• Associate’s in mechanical engineering or related discipline, or equivalent related work experience accepted
• Preferred 3 years of mechanical/construction experience; Wind Farm mechanical construction experience preferred
• Experience in quality management and quality control processes; Wind Turbine Assembly experience preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no restrictions
• Ability to spend 100% of the time at the wind farms during the erection and commissioning process
• Ability to manage personnel and interface with the customers and contractors
• Ability to manage contractors, sub-contractors, and the public
• Demonstrated ability to manage several activities at once, including organize and prioritize work, meet deadlines, and prepare reports
• WTG on-site assembly experience preferred
• Fluency in Spanish/German a plus; English and French proficiency is a requirement.
• Ability to travel domestic and international locations to project sites and on business as required (80% - 90% travel) and ability to obtain a passport.
• Ability to work in Canada as a legal resident with no Company sponsorship and have the ability to obtain a US passport.
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 22.7 kilograms, climb vertical ladders, and work at heights above 91.4 meters.
• Meet the weight requirement of 120kg (265 lbs.) or less to safely utilize climbing equipment and climbing gear.
• Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical administered by a medical examiner to ensure the ability to safely perform job functions and meet the physical demands of the position.

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
• Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
• Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

The pay for this role is exempt at $ 110,000 - $115,000 CAD with up to a 10% bonus. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

• Basic Life and AD&D
• Optional Life & Spousal Optional Life
• Optional AD&D
• Weekly Indemnity
• Long Term Disability
• Extended Health Care
• RRSP Match - up to $5k based upon what you contribute

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEI:

We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link:Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.

We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the #TeamNordex

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