Site Facility Coordinator – Renewable Energy (Wind)

Copper Quail; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment advisory firm in South Africa is seeking a Site Facility Coordinator to oversee daily operations at wind energy facilities. This role requires a degree in engineering and at least 3 years of experience in renewable energy operations. The coordinator will monitor contractor activities, track plant performance, and ensure compliance with project documentation. Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills are essential for this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in renewable energy operations, preferably wind.
• Experience supervising O&M contractor activities at renewable energy facilities.
• Knowledge of PPA, EPC, and O&M project documentation.
• Knowledge of PPA, EPC and O&M project documentation.
• Experience with commissioning or project handover phases advantageous.
• Strong coordination, reporting and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations and maintenance activities at wind energy facilities.
• Coordinate and monitor work performed by EPC and O&M contractors on site.
• Track plant performance including availability and operational efficiency.
• Review operational and maintenance reports and elevate performance issues.
• Monitor scheduled and corrective maintenance activities across the facility.
• Maintain operational records including outages and performance events.
• Coordinate communication between site teams, contractors, and head office.
• Support commissioning, handover, and operational compliance processes.

Skills

Renewable energy operations

O&M contractor supervision

Coordination skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree or Diploma in Engineering or relevant technical field

Job description

Site Facility Coordinator – Renewable Energy (Wind)

Western Cape, South Africa | Posted on 03/09/2026

Copper Quail’s objective is to become a trusted partner within our clients’ organizations in Africa, understanding not only the people at their heart, but also their culture and ethos. We are Recruitment Advisors, specializing in Executive Search, Contingency Recruitment, Headhunting, Outsourced Labour and training. Using our significant market knowledge across, experience and judgement to help our clients employ the best qualified individuals for each position in Africa.

We’re known for our successful track record, responsiveness and discretion. We have a high performance culture and employ only experienced recruiters. These knowledgeable professionals provide a high level of service, deliver effective solutions and foster successful relationships through regular conversations with clients and candidates.

Job Description

We are recruiting for our renewable energy client seeking a Site Facility Coordinator to support the operational management of wind energy assets.

The role is site-based and focuses on supervising daily operations, coordinating contractors, monitoring asset performance, and ensuring compliance with project documents and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities (not limited to)

• Supervise daily operations and maintenance activities at wind energy facilities.
• Coordinate and monitor work performed by EPC and O&M contractors on site.
• Track plant performance including availability, production and operational efficiency.
• Review operational and maintenance reports and elevate performance issues.
• Monitor scheduled and corrective maintenance activities across the facility.
• Maintain operational records including outages, curtailments and performance events.
• Coordinate communication between site teams, contractors and head office.
• Support commissioning, handover and operational compliance processes.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering or a relevant technical field.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in renewable energy operations, preferably wind.
• Experience supervising O&M contractor activities at renewable energy facilities.
• Knowledge of PPA, EPC and O&M project documentation.
• Experience with commissioning or project handover phases advantageous.
• Strong coordination, reporting and stakeholder management skills.