O&M Manager - Canada

Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Guelph, Canada


Description

Position at Recurrent Energy

Description:

Recurrent Energy. is seeking an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Supervisor to oversee a team of field technicians on sites across Canada. The individual must have a background in electrical 
engineering, construction, and maintenance of solar PV systems. Excellent interpersonal skills with 
experience in a customer/ supplier service environment. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to 
achieve overall systems efficiency that meet customer revenue expectations while minimizing systems downtime. The individual will work closely with all O&M team members and sub-contractors. 


Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the performance of site maintenance evolutions and activities.
  • Manage and schedule the Field technician’s planned and maintenance activities.
  • Act as the liaison to maintenance sub-contractors and suppliers for site maintenance activity needs.
  • Coordinate maintenance schedules on solar farms with Field Techs, suppliers, and contractors.
    Support training of Field Techs, contractors and sub-contractors on equipment maintenance and operating procedures.
  • Review spare parts requirements and oversee procurement/supply chain activity.
  • Strong focus on equipment uptime while achieving our contractual obligations for availability and PR guarantees.
  • Ensure that all personnel performing site maintenance activities adhere to all health and safety policies.
  • Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Solution Code of Business Conduct.
  • Adhere to all health and safety rules and policies.
  • Conduct other duties as required.


Qualifications and Experience:

  • Minimum 5+ years work experience working in a service environment that includes electrical 
    systems, controls systems, network communication hardware, and power generation hardware.
  • Minimum 2+ years management or supervisor/lead experience.
  • Solar industry experience highly preferred; construction or EPC experience okay.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and 
    specifications.
  • College diploma/degree in Engineering Technology, or Engineering preferred, equivalent work 
    experience will be considered.
  • Strong work ethic, positive team attitude and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Electrical background specifically in preventative and corrective maintenance preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills