Operations Manager

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Job title: Operations Manager

Company: Compass Business Solutions, Inc.

Job description: Exus Management Partners North America is an independent developer, operator, investment and asset management firm focused on the renewable energy sector (wind, solar, and battery storage). Exus combines comprehensive financial, technical, and operational know-how to develop, construct and operate utility scale renewable projects in North America. In addition, Exus works on behalf of an increasing variety of investors to source investment opportunities, acquire assets, re-power existing assets and undertake full technical and commercial management of renewable energy portfolios. Exus North America manages all sites from a technical, commercial, financial, compliance, revenue, and operational standpoint.Job Title: Operations ManagerLocation: Hoopeston Wind Farm – Hoopeston, ILReports to: Asset ManagerJob type: Full-TimeTravel: 10-15%The Operations Manager will oversee the efficient and safe operation of the wind turbine facility. This also includes assuring and documenting compliance with all codes, regulations, and contracts.Key Responsibilities: All tasks below are done under the direction of the OM

To oversee all Operations and Maintenance activities for a wind power generating facility to include but not limited to; Substation & HV work, Dynamic Volt-Amperes Reactive system, collection system equipment, balance of plant activities and wind turbine generator (WTG) units.
Develop cost effective programs to further operations and maintenance.
Effectively lead/direct the contractors at site.
Assist in the day-to-day operations and maintenance (oversite) of the Wind Turbines, substation, and BOP facilities.
Provide oversight of safe and reliable wind farm operations and site personnel and contractors (including the creation of site procedures and policies).
Person who leads by example to ensure compliance with all processes, procedures and policies while maintaining standards of the corporate code of conduct in all employees under supervision.
Interact with local utilities, regulatory agencies, local government/community, and landowners.
Monitors and controls plant operating budget and budget forecasts.
Manage site contracts and warranties to the standards and interests of Exus Management Partners. This includes performing Quarterly Up-tower Turbine inspections (QA/QC) to verify the turbine maintenance is being performed by the Service Provider per the contractual agreement.
Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations in all concerns, including but not limited to; environmental, NERC/FERC, local laws, and regulations.
Complete projects assigned by AM or others.
Directly reports to the Exus Asset Manager.
Travel as needed.

Qualifications:

Technical 2–4-year college degree or comparable certifications preferred.
3-6 years of experience in operations and maintenance of a wind or energy facility.
1-3 years supervisory experience.
Budget / Project Management experience.
Strong communication skills
Contract execution experience.
Government regulation compliance experience.
Organized, leadership skills.
Proficient computer and software skills, with an emphasis on MS Excel.
Comfortable working at heights and the ability to perform essential physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation; this includes climbing 300’ wind turbines, lifting 50 lbs. above head, and meeting the weight requirement of safety gear, 310 lbs. or less.
Valid driver’s license.
24/7 on-call availability.