Jobs
My ads
My job alerts
Sign in
Find a job Career Tips Companies
Find

Operations and maintenance plant manager - solar

Wagga Wagga
Renewable Energy Systems
Maintenance
Posted: 5 June
Offer description

* Fixed Term - 40hrs/week
* Salary on offer - $120K + Company Vehicle
* Base yourself in Wagga Wagga / Wyalong – full onsite opportunity

About the Role:

We are looking for a dedicated Site Manager with a strong electrical background to oversee the operations and maintenance of our solar plant projects. You will ensure the smooth execution of all operational aspects, with a key focus on safety, and leading a team of technicians and contractors.

Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:

o Promote a Zero Harm safety culture and ensure adherence to all site and business safety requirements.
o Oversee technicians and contractors, ensuring compliance with WHSE standards and performance KPIs.
o Interface with clients, providing progress reports, work permits, and other required documentation.
o Identify, negotiate, and manage local subcontractors and site consumables in line with commercial contracts.
o Maintain accurate documentation, including safety procedures, manuals, and reports; ensure timely incident reporting and investigations.
o Coach and mentor team members to enhance technical knowledge and ensure competency for safe work practices.
o Oversee operational and technical aspects of projects, ensuring delivery as per O&M Service Contracts and client expectations.

Skills & Experience:

o Experience in the role of Site Manager on operational site is highly desirable.
o Minimum 2 years in Operations and Maintenance experience of utility scale Solar or renewable projects (or transferrable experience)
o Safety management, including electrical risk management.
o Strong problem-solving, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
o High level of proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
o HV experience (preferred)
o Experience and training in utility scale inverter technology (preferred)

Qualifications:

o Diploma/degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or equivalent; other technical training to be evaluated
o First Aid certificate
o LVR/CPR certificate (preferred)
o Electrical License for the relevant state (preferred)
o Working at Heights (preferred)

Recruiting Process:

We will contact the candidates after the four-week period. Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Note: This role does not provide sponsorship; we welcome applications from candidates who have full work rights.

At RES, we celebrate differences as we know it makes our company a great place to work. Encouraging applicants with different backgrounds, ideas and points of view, we create teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Send an application
Create a job alert
Alert activated
Saved
Save
Similar job
Aircraft maintenance engineers: multiple positions – structures, mechanical, avio...
Wagga Wagga
BAE Systems (New)
Maintenance Engineer
Similar job
Aviation maintenance expert: roles in aviation
Wagga Wagga
beBee Careers
Maintenance
Similar job
Aircraft maintenance engineers: multiple positions – structures, mechanical, avio
Wagga Wagga
BAE Systems (New)
Maintenance Engineer
Similar jobs
Manufacturing jobs in Wagga Wagga
jobs Wagga Wagga
jobs New South Wales
Home > Jobs > Manufacturing jobs > Maintenance jobs > Maintenance jobs in Wagga Wagga > Operations and Maintenance Plant Manager - Solar

About Jobstralia

  • Career Advice
  • Company Reviews

Search for jobs

  • Jobs by job title
  • Jobs by sector
  • Jobs by company
  • Jobs by location

Contact / Partnership

  • Contact
  • Publish your job offers on Jobijoba

Legal notice - Terms of Service - Privacy Policy - Manage my cookies

© 2025 Jobstralia - All Rights Reserved

Send an application
Create a job alert
Alert activated
Saved
Save