Control Room Operator

China Three Gorges (Europe) S.A; Madrid; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Career development opportunities

Inclusive company culture

Job summary

CTGE is seeking a Control Room Operator to join our Production & Operation Department in Madrid. You will monitor renewable assets across Spain, Greece and Germany and respond to incidents in real time.

This role requires 2-5 years of experience in renewable energy operations and a technical degree in Electrical/Energy engineering. English proficiency and strong coordination with grid operators are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in renewable energy operations, SCADA monitoring or related fields.
• Bachelor's or technical degree in Electrical/Energy/Automation engineering.
• Knowledge of wind and PV technologies, HV/MV networks and grid codes.
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher.
• Experience with alarm management and incident escalation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate CTGE renewable assets located in Spain, Greece and Germany.
• Provide 24/7 real-time monitoring and management of operational events and incidents.
• Coordinate communications with TSOs, DSOs, aggregators and market operators.
• Coordinate local O&M activities and supervise plant shutdown/restoration.
• Maintain detailed logs and provide regular operational reports.

Job description

We are looking for a Control Room Operator for our Production & Operation Department (P&O) to join our control room located in Madrid. If you are interested to join a leading renewable energy group and you are looking for new professional opportunities, do not hesitate to apply!

Functions & Responsibilities:

• Monitor and operate CTGE renewable assets located in Spain, Greece, and Germany.
• Provide 24/7 real-time monitoring and management of operational events and incidents.
• Monitor power plant controller performance and active/reactive power commands.
• Ensure compliance with grid code requirements and operational restrictions.
• Execute dispatch instructions received from TSOs and DSOs according to operating procedures.
• Coordinate communications with TSOs, DSOs, aggregators, and market operators.
• Coordinate local O&M parties to ensure proper handling of corrective activities.
• Coordinate and supervise power plant shutdown and restoration activities.
• Execute emergency response procedures and coordinate recovery actions with local teams and external stakeholders.
• Maintain detailed and auditable logs of operational events, alarms, dispatch instructions, and communication errors.
• Provide regular operational reports and support communication with internal departments involved in power plant operations.
• Support the future implementation and operation of a certified delegated dispatch center.
• 2-5 years of experience in renewable energy operations, SCADA monitoring, control centers, substations operation or electrical network operation.
• Technical Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Energy Engineering, Automation, Telecommunications or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of renewable energy systems, wind and PV technologies, HV/MV electrical networks, power systems operation, SCADA systems, renewable electrical dispatch centers (CCGR), OT cybersecurity and communication protocols, and REE procedures and grid codes.
• Familiarity with European and national regulations related to renewable generation facilities, electrical safety and grid operation.
• Root cause analysis of alarms and incident escalation management.
• Knowledge on Alarm Management Systems, SCADA Event Analysis, Remote Plant Monitoring, Communication Networks and VPN Connections.
• Familiarity with Performance Indicators and Reporting processes: availability, PR, energy losses, operational reporting.
• Understanding of Grid code requirements, TSO communication procedures, Active and reactive power control, Curtailment management, Ancillary services, Dispatching instructions, REE operational procedures.
• English proficiency (B2 level or above).

Why Join Us?

At CTGE, we offer more than just a job; we offer a purpose. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• Opportunities to work in a forward-thinking, environmentally conscious industry
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package with attractive employee benefits
• A dynamic and inclusive company culture that fosters collaboration and innovation