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WiNRG Iberia is an operation & maintenance provider for a 200 MWp photovoltaic power plant portfolio in Portugal, located at six sites, which is currently under construction. 

For our site in Lagos we are looking for a 
 

Head of Operation & Maintenance Photovoltaic Power Plant (m/f/d) 
Lagos

In this role you will be the responsible technician to operate a 49 MW utility-scale photovoltaic power plant in a safe, reliable, performant and cost-effective operation and maintenance. You will report to the team leader and also collaborate with the remaining power plants taking over services according to demand and qualification. 

Your Tasks: 

• Ensuring availability and electricity generation of the power plant as well as maintaining and reinforcing the condition in a sustainable manner. 
• Create and undertake O&M plan of work according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements. 
• Monitor report analysis and report optimization. 
• Maintain shift operating logs and records, and accurate reports of the O&M operation. 
• Identify and conduct potential upgrades and repairs required (technical scope and budget). 
• Carry out troubleshooting, fault diagnosis and resolution in a timely and professional manner. 
• Searching, hiring and supervising sub-contractors and workforce. 
• Promote safe working practices, follow and improve health and safety standards and maintain environmental awareness. 
• Perform associated duties expected from the role (as assisting occasionally with ground maintenance when needed). 
• Occasionally working away from home for training courses or to cover other sites for a limited period of time. 

Your Profile: 

• Electrical Engineer/Qualified Electrician with at least 5 years of professional experience. 
• Strong technical understanding of AC, DC and communications networks; knowledge of power generation (desirably PV technology) will be an advantage. 
• Previous experience in O&M procedures, project and contract management. 
• Advanced electrical qualifications and qualifications for operating MV and/or HV would be an advantage. 
• Photovoltaic experience (MW-scale or large commercial ground-mount) would be desirable 
• Computer skills for MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). 
• Strong approach to safe working practices; Health & Safety as well as first aid qualifications would be desirable. 
• Fluent in English (written and spoken). 
• Driving licence. 

What we Offer: 

• We’re supporting enthusiasm for personal development and on-the-job trainings. 
• Team-oriented and international environment within WiNRG group. 
• Working in small teams of experienced members with cooperative attitude. 
• Attractive payment (according to experience). 
• Fully equipped on-site office. 
• Opportunity to participate during Power Plant’s construction monitoring the progress, getting to know the site-specific characteristics and to start maintenance service just after grid connection. 
• O&M trainings guided by the EPC and equipment manufacturers. 

Your Application: 

Are you up to meet these exciting challenges? 

If so, please send your application including your salary expectation and the earliest possible date of starting to work via e-mail to: rh@winrg-iberia.com