O&M Services Manager

Ethical Power is at an exciting point in its evolution. Founded in 2010, we have built an excellent reputation in the solar energy market and are poised to take advantage of increasing opportunities in solar power as countries across the world, commit to a net zero carbon status.

We’re an independent vertically integrated renewables company operating globally. We work across the entire project lifecycle and offer excellent opportunities to discover various career paths across our Group Companies. Our mission is to maximise the potential of capturing and using clean power for all stakeholders, while staying true and committed to our values.

As  the project nears completion, we are looking for an O&M Manager to support the  Operation and Maintenance of the Ruakākā Solar farm in Northland.

This role leads the onboarding of the new PV asset into the O&M team, ensuring site teams have the information they need to safely operate and maintain the site in line with contractual obligations and manufacturer warranties.

The O&M Manager tracks ongoing services to ensure obligations are met, coordinating between monitoring providers, on-site maintenance teams and asset owners/representatives.

Ethical Power offers the opportunity to be part of a leading global team working on some of New Zealand’s most innovative and large-scale renewable projects. We value fresh perspectives and diverse experiences, which is why we actively seek individuals who bring unique ideas and a hunger for growth.

We are looking for someone who can contribute to our success by:

• Leading the onboarding of the new PV asset into the O&M department, liaising with construction, project and internal teams to secure a timely, complete handover.
• Organising key deliverables (Defect Notification Period and any additional works) as agreed with construction teams and clients.
• Leading Defect Notification Period punch lists, on site and in the office, through to close-out.
• Being the primary point of contact for the Asset Owner and Asset Management.
• Organising and overseeing agreed services within contractual timeframes.
• Taking action to ensure the guaranteed level of availability is met or exceeded.
• Coordinating ongoing services between our monitoring team, on-site maintenance teams and asset owners/representatives to ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Creating work orders for required works and produce reporting e.g. engineering reports and H&S reports.

 This role may suit someone looking to get off the tools who has worked on or managed utility assets, with an eye for detail and ability to build relationships with both contractors and asset owners.

About You

• Previous experience in client relations & Asset Management
• Ability to communicate client needs with the team and to engage with other parts of the business to ensure they resolve issues in a timely manner
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and relationships simultaneously.
• Ability to put proposals together and help others understand the rationale and the benefits of implementing them
• An excellent listener and strong communication skills
• Good team player
• Ability to work independently
• Experience of using accounting software for invoicing and POs
• Knowledge of renewable energy, particularly Solar PV is advantageous

What we offer

• Flexible work hours
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Medical insurance

 If you are a driven and engaging Manager who is looking for a challenging and hands-on role with an established organisation, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter.

Applicants must hold New Zealand citizenship, New Zealand permanent residency or a valid New Zealand work permit. If these requirements cannot be met, please do not submit an application.