Solar Plant Site Lead — Operations & Safety

Leeward Energy

California (MO)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 135,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Leeward Renewable Energy seeks an experienced Site Lead to direct plant operations, focusing on performance, safety, and reliability of solar facilities. Lead with the plant manager to optimize profitability and efficiency across locations.

The role offers responsibility for safety, daily operations, and coordination with contractors, with travel up to 20% and on-call duties as needed.

Qualifications

Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration or a technical field.
5 years industry experience as solar technician with leadership background.
HV switching, troubleshooting and repair experience preferred.
Strong communication and ability to lead multiple teams.

Responsibilities

Assist Plant Manager in preparation of annual budgets and scheduling of plant activities.
Responsible for all aspect of safety on the power plant level.
Responsible for day-to-day activities of the power plant.
Oversee all Site Personnel, its contractors, and quality completion of scheduled activities or repairs.
Adheres to, supports, and enforces all company policies.
Create Purchase Requests, Work Orders and approval in the company maintenance management system.
Able to effectively communicate status updates and plant reporting.
Customer, Landowner, and Public Relations.
Able to participate and respond in an On-Call 24/7/365 rotating schedule.
Willingness to travel 10% - 20% of time.