Operations & Maintenance Performance Manager at CrossBoundary

Who you are:

• A self-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in frontier markets
• Seeks to take on new types of work, even without prior experience/direct supervision
• Shows willingness to work, travel, and live in a sometimes-challenging environment
• Has comfort with ambiguity and an ability to operate effectively in a changing context
• Can build strong relationships with clients and colleagues in stressful environments

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, renewable energy, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in performance management and optimisation of renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, BESS, or other relevant technologies.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Knowledge of performance monitoring systems and software tools used in the renewable energy industry.
• Familiarity with remote monitoring systems, SCADA systems, and data acquisition systems.
• Familiarity with energy production and performance metrics for renewable energy projects.
• Understanding of key factors influencing project performance, including technical, environmental, and operational aspects.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and develop actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required to support project sites.
• Professional certifications in renewable energy or performance management (e.g., Certified Energy Manager) are a plus.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performance Monitoring and Analysis:
  • Establish and maintain performance monitoring systems for renewable energy projects globally.
  • Analyse performance data, including energy production, availability, downtime, and other relevant metrics to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
  • Conduct regular performance audits to ensure compliance with project specifications and contractual obligations.
  • Monitor and assess the impact of external factors, such as weather conditions and grid integration, on project performance.
  • Monitor the real-time performance and operational parameters of renewable energy projects remotely.
  • Identify and diagnose technical issues or anomalies affecting project performance.
  • Collaborate with field technicians and engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Generate comprehensive performance reports and present findings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Performance Optimisation:
  • Develop and implement strategies to optimise the performance of renewable energy projects.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and maintenance, to identify and address performance bottlenecks.
  • Conduct root cause analysis of underperforming assets and develop corrective action plans.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements and best practices to enhance project performance.
  • Analyse data trends and performance indicators to identify optimisation opportunities.
  • Continuously monitor project performance and recommend adjustments to operational parameters for maximum efficiency.
• Data Management and Systems:
  • Oversee the collection, storage, and analysis of performance data using appropriate software tools and systems.
  • Ensure data integrity and accuracy, and establish data validation protocols.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to enhance data management systems and reporting capabilities.
  • Implement advanced data analytics techniques to extract meaningful insights and drive informed decision-making.
  • Generate comprehensive reports on the performance of renewable energy projects, including KPIs, metrics, and recommendations for optimisation.
  • Utilise data visualization techniques to present complex data sets in a clear and concise manner
• Integration and Configuration:
  • Integrate remote monitoring systems with renewable energy projects, ensuring seamless data collection and transmission.
  • Configure monitoring systems to capture relevant data points and parameters specific to each renewable energy project.
  • Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful implementation of monitoring systems.
• Technical Support and Documentation:
  • Provide technical support to field technicians, project managers, and stakeholders regarding remote monitoring systems and data analytics.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of monitoring systems, configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and best practices.
  • Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures and guidelines for remote monitoring and analytics processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including project developers, owners, operators, and contractors, to align performance objectives and optimise project outcomes.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide performance-related updates and recommendations.
  • Communicate performance-related issues, risks, and opportunities to relevant stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.
  • Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive performance improvement initiatives.