Regional OT Lead

Northland Power; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global leader in energy solutions located in Hamburg seeks a Regional OT Lead to oversee the operational technology and SCADA systems across Europe. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the Utility industry, with expertise in offshore wind turbine technology. This role emphasizes strategic leadership, compliance with energy legislation, and team collaboration in a dynamic and diverse environment, along with attractive benefits including birthdays off and wellbeing programs.

Leistungen

Pension

Paid parental leave

Childcare allowance

Transportation contribution

Wellness Program

Birthday off

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years experience in the Utility industry.
• Operational experience in Protection & Control and SCADA discipline.
• Familiarity with substation systems and HV equipment.

Aufgaben

• Provide strategic leadership and consultancy in SCADA and Operational Technology.
• Lead and manage the OT and SCADA Support Team in Europe.
• Ensure compliance with offshore energy legislation and grid codes.

Kenntnisse

Decision-making

Collaborative

Team Leadership

Integrity

Productivity

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

SCADA

Offshore wind turbine technology

Jobbeschreibung

Who We Are

At Northland were enablers of change united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.

Since our inception we've been early movers in the energy industry adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.

We're a different kind of independent power producer. As developers owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition were uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We've expanded our business across Canada the United States Latin America Europe and Asia to become a global leader all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.

While our work powers communities across the globe Northland is powered by our people.

Reporting directly to the Senior Director Global IT / OT Operations and Support Services you will lead a team of OT and SCADA engineers across Europe driving excellence in operational this pivotal role you will ensure the control reliability and optimal performance of critical OT systems and infrastructure while providing expert guidance and support to the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) department. As the Regional OT Lead you will oversee technical processes champion best practices and enable seamless operations that power our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and expert consultancy in SCADA and Operational Technology (OT) across Operations & Maintenance Engineering Joint Ventures M&A activities and greenfield developments.
• Lead and manage the OT and SCADA Support Team in Europe ensuring effective resource allocation project delivery and operational excellence even in high-risk remote or offshore environments.
• Delegate tasks monitor team performance and enforce compliance with safety quality and regulatory standards.
• Drive team professional growth through targeted training programs competency assessments and continuous development initiatives.
• Act as the primary liaison between OT IT marine coordination operational teams OEMs and grid operators to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Communicate system status risks and improvement opportunities clearly and effectively to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with offshore energy legislation environmental requirements and grid codes across all operations.
• Oversee installation configuration and maintenance of OT hardware systems and networks for N1 and DBU assets adhering to industry best practices.
• Conduct daily system health assessments troubleshoot outages and document resolutions in line with OLA standards.
• Manage the OT software and technology portfolio aligning current capabilities with future project needs.
• Maintain accurate asset records and documentation to support audits and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate globally on R&D initiatives to advance OT design and construction standards.
• Enforce IT / OT security policies and ISMS protocols ensuring compliance with global and local standards.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for OT issues at site level coordinating closely with global teams.
• Provide hands‑on support for offshore operations ensuring adherence to offshore facility standards and best practices.

Who you are

• Decision-making : You perform appropriate due diligence on solutions and actions along with oversight analyzing the information for potential risks then use sound judgment and reasoning to facilitate informed decision which will benefit the organization.
• Collaborative : You build relationships seek diverse perspectives leverage effective communication and encourage cross-functional sharing of information.
• Team Leadership : Demonstrate team leadership to ensure IT / OT goals are achieved ensuring transparency open communication and mentorship to IT / OT support personnel while fostering an inclusive working environment.
• Integrity : You ensure the appropriate use of privileged access is always adhered to along with the safe handling of companys sensitive data or confidential information.
• Productivity : Demonstrate efficiencies through strong organizational Time management problem-solving and strategic and analytical thinking.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering with preference Systems Engineer.
• Minimum 5 years experience in the Utility industry
• Experience with offshore wind turbine technology (Siemens Gamesa Vestas GE etc.).
• Familiarity with substation systems protection relays or HV equipment.
• Knowledge of OT cybersecurity frameworks (IEC 62443 NIST ISO 27001).
• Operational experience in the Protection & Control and SCADA discipline
• Comprehensive knowledge of control systems and integrations.
• Strong working knowledge of CIP compliance requirements and their impact on IT OT SCADA and P&C systems.
• Experience with network layouts servers switches firewalls configurations and hardware / software specifications
• Strong experience in requirement gathering techniques
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
• Ability to travel to site including offshore and participate in the on‑call Rota
• Willingness to undertake GWO training

Whats In It for You

Our employees are the driving force behind our achievements. We are unwavering in our commitment to not only recognise your contributions but also to empower you to excel in every aspect of your life. Heres a glimpse of why Northland is the place where youll truly thrive :

Thoughtful benefits P ension paid parental leave; childcare allowance and a contribution towards your transportation to and from the office are just some of the benefits youll have access to .

Wellbeing first Staying true to our taking care of ourselves and each other value you will have access to our global Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program including access to mental health resources and a ccess to a fitness program

Birthdays off You will get your birthday off work so you can celebrate however you choose. This is a paid day off to do what is important to you!

We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds. If youre excited about a role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with this job description we still encourage you to apply. Learn more about our diversity inclusion and belonging commitments .

Disclaimer

This document is a guide. The duties responsibilities and requirements of the jobs as described herein are not inclusive and are subject to change.

Northland Power is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a fair inclusive and accessible environment. As part of our commitment we work to ensure our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require special assistance or accommodation during the hiring process please notify a member of the HR Department.