Control Center Operator

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MET Group is seeking a Control Center Operator to monitor and coordinate the electrical grid, ensuring reliability and compliance across real-time operations. The role involves executing switching operations, interfacing with System Operator and Market Operator, and maintaining accurate incident reports while supporting integration of renewables and new technologies.

This 24/7 position requires working shift rotations including nights, weekends, and holidays, with strong analytical,

Formación

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or related field.
• Knowledge of power system operation, market procedures, and grid codes.
• Experience with SCADA systems and real‑time monitoring tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions in critical situations.
• Team‑oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Control center environment with 24/7 operations with rotation shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• High responsibility role ensuring the stability and reliability of the electrical system.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor electrical grid performance and system stability in real time.
• Execute switching operations and apply operational procedures
• Coordinate with the System Operator (SO) and Market Operator (OMIE) to validate and implement scheduled programs.
• Detect, report, and resolve incidents or deviations in our asset generation and demand clients.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate operational records and prepare incident reports.
• Support integration of renewable energy sources and new technologies into the grid.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, external agents, and regulatory bodies.

Conocimientos

Power system operation

Market procedures

Grid codes

SCADA

Real-time monitoring

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Under pressure decision making

Teamwork

Communication skills

24/7 operations

High responsibility

Educación

Electrical Engineering / Energy Systems related field

Descripción del empleo

MET Groupis an integrated European energy company, headquartered in Switzerland, with activities in natural gas and power, focused on multi-commodity wholesale, trading and sales, as well as energy infrastructure and industrial assets.

MET Groupis represented in 21 countries: Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Turkey and Ukraine.

METGroupis present in 33 national energy markets and 44 international trading hubs. The Group has a significant end-consumer presence in Belgium, Croatia, Italy, Hungary, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, and The Netherlands.

METGrouphas 1350+ permanent staff. The company is owned 90% by MET employees and 10% by Keppel Infrastructure, a wholly owned subsidiary of Keppel Corporation *.

* Listed on the Singapore Exchange

The Control Center Operator is responsible for monitoring, coordinating, and controlling the operation of the electrical grid and associated systems to ensure reliability, efficiency, and compliance with operational procedures. This role involves real‑time supervision of energy flows, execution of operational instructions, and communication with market agents and system operators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor electrical grid performance and system stability in real time.
• Execute switching operations and apply operational procedures
• Coordinate with the System Operator (SO) and Market Operator (OMIE) to validate and implement scheduled programs.
• Detect, report, and resolve incidents or deviations in our asset generation and demand clients.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate operational records and prepare incident reports.
• Support integration of renewable energy sources and new technologies into the grid.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, external agents, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or related field.
• Knowledge of power system operation, market procedures, and grid codes.
• Experience with SCADA systems and real‑time monitoring tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions in critical situations.
• Team‑oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Control center environment with 24/7 operations with rotation shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• High responsibility role ensuring the stability and reliability of the electrical system.