Site Manager - Chetwynd, Canada - Innergex

Description

Why should you join our team?

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is an independent renewable energy producer with an extensive and growing portfolio of assets in Canada, the United States, France and Chile. The Corporation develops, acquires, owns and operates hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage facilities.

For more than 30 years, Innergex has believed in a world where abundant renewable energy promotes healthier communities and creates shared prosperity. We are convinced that generating power from renewable sources will lead the way to a better world. We remain committed to responsible growth that balances people, our planet, and prosperity. We believe in offering an engaging, inclusive and supportive work environment where each team member can thrive.

Your day-to-day

• Ensure that all on-site activities are conducted in accordance with applicable safety standards;
• Manage all operations and maintenance activities for balance-of-plant (BOP) assets within established operating guidelines;
• Identify and engage contractors for the delivery of BOP maintenance;
• Ensure that BOP maintenance is conducted in accordance with WECC standards;
• Complete or assist with WECC compliance reports for Owner and liaise with the internal compliance manager as required;
• Ensure compliance with site environmental regulations pertaining to hazardous waste, oil spill prevention, avian studies, and wildlife conservation;
• Ensure that wind turbines are operated and maintained in accordance with OEM and applicable industry standards;
• Ensure that turbine, civil and other issues are monitored, tracked, and accurately reported;
• Engage appropriate internal and external resources to diagnose and rectify performance and reliability issues;
• Ensure that access to the site is maintained to allow OEM access to each Wind Turbine Generator site location;
• Maximize performance and ensure value retention for the facility;
• Oversee the facility's operations and ensure that maintenance-related activities are aligned with the performance requirements outlined in related contracts;
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure that any identified warranty deficiencies are rectified appropriately;
• Produce daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports in accordance with operational, safety, regulatory and environmental performance requirements;
• Represent the company as needed with grid and off-taker entities and in landowner and community relations (Chetwynd and other local communities);
• Work closely with vendors and other third parties as needed;
• Conduct and report on periodic meetings with contractors and partners;
• Periodically cooperate with other area Site Managers for vacation coverage and assistance, as needed;
• Additional duties as required.

Your skills, our requirements

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience/training in power generation,
• NFPA 70e training preferred;
• Knowledge of WCB regulation;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Ability to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision;
• Ability to multi-task in a complex and dynamic environment;
• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Be in good physical condition, able to carry out physical tasks and work outdoors in adverse weather conditions;
• Operations Management (preferably in the renewables field);
• MS Office Suite;
• Wind turbine technician designation or equivalent trade experience;
• Working with multiple stakeholders;
• Operations/maintenance of High Voltage systems;
• Road construction and maintenance experience would be an asset;
• Forest Fire operational experience would be an asset.

Additional considerations

• The position will be based in Chetwynd, BC.
• This position is a O4 level with a base salary of $100,000 - $150,000, exclusive of fringe benefits and/or potential bonuses.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles at Innergex varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, and level of experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.

Our benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus;
• Three weeks vacation to start;
• 100% Innergex-funded medical insurance from day one of employment, including primary care services via telemedicine;
• Group retirement and stock purchase plans with employer participation;
• Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program;
• Career development opportunities.

Innergex is an equal opportunity employer that values each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Innergex is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment and bases all employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. The key to our success as a global company is to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.