Senior Wind Plant Operations Lead

AES Clean Energy; Holbrook (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

AES Clean Energy seeks a seasoned Team Leader, Plant Operations for the West Camp Wind Farm in Holbrook, AZ. This full-time management role reports to the Mountain West Regional Wind Manager and requires strong leadership, safety focus, and excellent communication.

Live within 1–1.5 hours of site or be willing to relocate; a company vehicle is provided. Responsibilities include ensuring maintenance, regulatory compliance, coordinating with contractors, and overseeing budgets and OEM operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in wind generation, plant maintenance or related field.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with CMMS systems (SAP) and professional IT skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, NFPA 70E, NERC).
• Willingness to work irregular hours and travel as needed.
• Ability to climb towers to 400 feet and meet weight requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform site maintenance and oversee contractual requirements between project entities.
• Coordinate maintenance, repair, and warranty work; schedule with internal/external teams.
• Ensure facility compliance with OSHA, NERC, CAISO and environmental rules.
• Source and manage third-party service contractors; oversee balance of plant duties.
• Maintain relationships with OEMs, landowners, utilities, contractors; budget oversight.

Skills

Wind experience

Leadership

CMMS (SAP)

Safety standards

English fluency

High voltage

SCADA

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Advanced technical training

NFPA 70E

NERC

High voltage training

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

AES Clean Energy seeks a seasoned Team Leader, Plant Operations for the West Camp Wind Farm in Holbrook, AZ. This full-time management role reports to the Mountain West Regional Wind Manager and requires strong leadership, safety focus, and excellent communication.

Live within 1–1.5 hours of site or be willing to relocate; a company vehicle is provided. Responsibilities include ensuring maintenance, regulatory compliance, coordinating with contractors, and overseeing budgets and OEM operations.