ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.
ACCIONA Energy USA Global is looking for an Operations Performance Specialist to join our Operations and Maintenance team based out of our offices in downtown Chicago, IL. This position is key in ensuring compliance of all O&M processes at our operating sites. This role reports to the Manager of Operations Optimization and works closely with all sites on a regular basis to provide support and advise on the daily activities of Operations and Maintenance.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, 3 days in the office per week / 2 days remote. Expected travel is up to 40% of the year.
- Management of information associated with operations and maintenance in order to ensure adherence to approved processes.
- Manage the tracking of execution of all repairs at all renewable generating locations in accordance with established procedures.
- Management and reporting of operations KPI’s.
- Coordinate with support teams such as supply chain, engineering, QSES, SOC, and regulatory compliance to ensure all resources needed to execute an operational plan are available when needed.
- Create and maintain action plans and track risks.
- Assist with data collection for insurance claims.
- Support the development and execution of strategic plans to ensure successful implementation.
- Provide support to ensure high availability of equipment through an efficient preventative and predictive maintenance program.
- Ensure the completion and quality review of site related activities and documentation reflecting compliance with all safety, environmental, regulatory, and maintenance requirements.
- Provide support to Safety and Environmental compliance of the organization’s personnel and subcontractors in accordance with federal, state and local laws, and Acciona policies, practices and procedures. Ensure all personnel and subcontractors meet technical and safety training requirements. Conduct and review safety analyses and reviews of hazards and energy sources.
- Ensure O&M Team completes all required training and miscellaneous activities.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Required Skills and Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, business, or related discipline or equivalent industry experience.
- Minimum 5 years of related experience in Operations and Maintenance of energy facilities. A concentration in renewable energy industry is a plus.
- Knowledge in critical safety practices including but not limited to LOTO, QEW, and confined space.
- Ability to perform turbine climb and rescue operations from heights of 120 meters
- Experience with work management and supply chain systems a plus
- Travel: minimum 40% domestic and international
- Ability to travel on short notice to assist in incident investigations or site support
- Possess a working understanding of cost accounting, budgeting and contract implementation
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Able to work in an indoor or outdoor environment
- Ability to represent Acciona at all levels, including professional presentations to national trade and peer groups
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to obtain a passport
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.