We are looking for a Local Operations Manager to oversee and drive the day-to-day operations across our sites in Australia. This role is critical to ensuring operational efficiency, compliance with safety and quality standards, and the effective utilisation of resources. As a key leadership position, you will play a central role in bridging strategic objectives with operational execution, supporting business growth, and ensuring consistent performance across local operations.
YOUR TASKS
* Lead and manage the overall operational performance of the wind farm, ensuring availability, reliability and compliance with KPIs and contractual obligations.
* Take full ownership of health, safety and environmental performance, driving a strong safety culture aligned with WHS requirements.
* Manage and develop on-site teams, ensuring high performance, capability growth and operational discipline.
* Oversee maintenance activities and asset performance, optimising turbine availability and maximising energy production.
* Act as the main interface with clients and stakeholders, ensuring strong relationships, transparency and customer satisfaction.
* Manage budgets, cost control and operational planning, ensuring efficient and sustainable operations.
* Coordinate with internal teams (Engineering, Grid, Supply Chain, Project) to ensure effective problem-solving and seamless operations.
* Drive continuous improvement and operational optimisation initiatives, including digitalisation and best practices.
YOUR PROFILE
* Degree in Engineering or relevant technical field.
* 5-10+ years' experience in operations or maintenance within wind energy or renewable projects.
* Strong understanding of wind farm operations, asset performance and maintenance strategies.
* Proven experience managing remote sites and field teams.
* Solid knowledge of WHS and safety management in Australia.
* Experience managing KPIs, service contracts and client relationships.
* Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
* Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
* Experience with SCADA systems and operational data analysis.
* Ability to adapt and perform in fast-paced and remote environments.
Your Benefits
In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:
* Some offers may vary by location.
At Nordex, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants of all genders, ethnicities, ages, religions and backgrounds to apply for our open positions.
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