O&M Supervisor

O&M Supervisor (Wind & BESS)

Sie Location: Mid North, South Australia (near Crystal Brook/ Port Pirie) DIDO
Background: Electrical (trade or engineering)

The Role
To lead the on-site technical team and contractors in delivering world-class maintenance for a premier utility-scale Wind Farm and integrated Battery Energy Storage System. You will be responsible for maximizing asset availability, ensuring 100% safety compliance, and managing the lifecycle of HV infrastructure and advanced energy storage systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership & Asset Management

• Maintenance Strategy: Execute preventative and corrective maintenance programs for 57 wind turbines, the substation, and the BESS unit.
• Asset Performance: Monitor SCADA data to identify underperformance; lead root cause analysis (RCA) for repeat faults.
• Spares & Inventory: Manage critical spares for both Wind and BESS, ensuring long-lead items (transformers, inverter modules, pitch bearings) are stocked or procured.

HV & Electrical Oversight

• Switching Operations: Act as the HV Switching Signatory for the site. Develop, review, and execute switching programs up to 132kV.
• Grid Compliance: Ensure the facility operates within the Generator Performance Standards (GPS) and coordinates with ElectraNet or AEMO for planned outages.
• BESS Integration: Oversee the maintenance of DC/AC inverters, battery modules, and thermal management systems (liquid cooling loops).

Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Permit to Work (PTW): Act as the primary Issuing Officer for all high-risk work, including HV isolations, Working at Heights, and Confined Spaces.
• Emergency Response: Lead the site emergency response team, specifically managing risks related to BESS thermal runaway and wind turbine rescue.
• Compliance: Maintain the site’s Environmental Management Plan, focusing on noise compliance and local flora/fauna protections.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering
• A-Grade Electrical License
• HV Switching 33kV to 132kV
• Site asset management experience in wind, solar or Bess operations

Key Attributes

• Analytical Mindset: Ability to interpret complex electrical drawings and fault logs.
• Leadership: Strong "boots on the ground" leadership; ability to mentor junior technicians and manage OEM contractors
• Local Focus: Commitment to the Mid North region and building relationships with local landowners.

If this sounds like you or someone you know, dont hesitate to get in contact. Click on apply to submit your resume and covering letter highlighting your skills against the set criteria.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Randstad's Power & Energy recruitment specialist Mandy Lerena on amanda.lerena@randstad.com.au or 08 8150 7002

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