Solar Site Lead: Independent O&M & Plant Leadership

Leeward Renewable Energy; Durant (OK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeward Renewable Energy seeks a Site Lead - Solar Self Operations & Maintenance (P3) to oversee on-site O&M activities for a utility-scale solar facility. You will lead safety, performance, and coordination with contractors to ensure reliable plant operation.

Responsibilities include budgeting, CMMS usage, BoP upkeep, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement while delivering safe, compliant, and efficient energy production.

Qualifications

• Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Safety & compliance: ensure OSHA and NFPA 70 safety protocols at the plant.
• P&L management: budget, cost control, and reporting for the plant.
• Contractor management: supervise on-site contractors and issue POs as needed.
• Material management: oversee parts and consumables inventory and disposal of hazardous materials.
• External stakeholder management: maintain relationships with landowners and local communities.
• Work risk assessment & JHA: conduct risk assessments for all activities and implement controls.
• SOPs: develop and implement SOPs for repeatable work processes with risk assessments.
• CMMS: use Maximo to create, manage, and close work orders and maintain records.
• Balance of Plant (BoP) management: perform inspections and maintenance of BoP systems.
• Regulatory compliance: prepare reports and maintain audit-ready records.
• Physical work: assist with tasks in various weather and site conditions.

Job description

Leeward Renewable Energy seeks a Site Lead - Solar Self Operations & Maintenance (P3) to oversee on-site O&M activities for a utility-scale solar facility. You will lead safety, performance, and coordination with contractors to ensure reliable plant operation.

Responsibilities include budgeting, CMMS usage, BoP upkeep, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement while delivering safe, compliant, and efficient energy production.