Site Maintenance Supervisor

O&M / İşletme & Bakım Wagga Wagga, Australia Wyalong, Australia Corowa, New South Wales

Description

RES acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community.

We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Site Maintenance Supervisor - Operations and Maintenance (O&M)

We are looking for enthusiastic, collaborative Site Maintenance Supervisor with a strong electrical background to perform and oversee the operations and maintenance of our solar plant projects. You will ensure the smooth execution of all operational aspects, with a key focus on safety, and leading team of technicians and contractors.

Do you want to work to make Power for Good?

We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company, guided by a simple yet powerful vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy.

We know that achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best people to help us. They're our most important asset so that's why we continually invest in them.

RES is a family with a diverse workforce, and we are dedicated to the personal and professional growth of our people, no matter what stage of their careers they're at. We can promise you rewarding work which makes a real impact, the chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network and opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Our competitive package offers a wide range of benefits and rewards.

The position

This position is a hands-on leadership position responsible for the day-to-day oversight and operational excellence of the nominated sites and teams. This position is accountable for delivering the operational scope efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards, budget constraints, and timelines. Additionally, these roles require effective communication and coordination with external stakeholders, including owners, clients, and regulatory bodies.

Accountabilities

WHSEQ Leadership & Compliance

Promote and lead a strong WHSEQ and Zero Harm culture on site, encouraging reporting of safety concerns, supporting "speak up" initiatives, and leading campaigns and improvement initiatives.
Ensure full compliance with site-specific and company-wide WHSEQ requirements, including timely reporting and investigation of incidents and near misses.
Supervise and monitor WHSEQ performance of internal teams and subcontractors during standard operations and after hours.
Ensure all plant, equipment, tools, and PPE are fit for purpose and used correctly.
Ensure site and company-wide WHSEQ KPIs and compliance inspections are met.
Collaborate with site technicians to deliver O&M services hands-on, ensuring WHSEQ compliance.
Perform other duties as required to support safe and effective delivery of the O&M scope, maintaining safety standards and operational continuity.

Operations & Maintenance Delivery

Plan and manage labour resources, tools, and all required equipment and plant, with flexibility to support other sites and cover for Site Maintenance Supervisors.
Support the Project Manager and Site Maintenance Supervisors to deliver O&M contracts efficiently and minimise subcontractor reliance.
Lead ongoing maintenance planning and execution, coordinating daily and weekly work plans to meet contractual requirements.
Complete, review, and maintain Preventative Maintenance Plans (PMP) via the CMMS system and associated tracking spreadsheets.
Support site investigations and performance assessments with project and engineering teams.
Prepare reports including routine updates, ITPs, progress reports, and other status documentation.
Support development and implementation of O&M manuals, procedures, and plans.

Contractor & Stakeholder Coordination

Interface with clients and stakeholders to coordinate activities and manage documentation (e.g. work permits, SWMS).
Manage and supervise contractors on-site, ensuring coordination and WHSEQ compliance.
Identify, tender, negotiate, and manage local subcontractors, including scoping, estimating, and requesting quotations.
Manage site spares and consumables, and maintain accurate registers in line with commercial contracts.
Manage warranty claims and maintain accurate registers to ensure contractual compliance.

Technical Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and mentor the team to enhance technical knowledge and ensure safe work practices.
Ensure technicians have the required skills and knowledge to perform work safely.
Maintain site documentation including drawings, OEM manuals, procedures, and safety records.
Attend internal and external meetings as required.
Nominated Electrical Supervisor for the sites under the relevant state contractors licence
Serve as the primary contact under the NSP Operating Protocols for relevant sites

Technical Duties

Diagnose, repair, and test mechanical and electrical faults in solar systems to ensure optimal performance.
Perform maintenance and corrective electromechanical work across key solar plant equipment (e.g. inverters, power stations, trackers, SCADA, auxiliary systems) in conjunction with site technicians.

General Support & Collaboration

Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to maintain safety, compliance, and operational continuity across all site activities.

NOTE: Out-of-hours and varied overtime may be required to support operational needs and meet project deadlines.

Travel will be required regularly between sites, as well as head office, with the ability to stay away from home for short durations at a time.

Knowledge

Knowledge and/or application of Power Electronics for utility scale renewable projects

Basics of electrical engineering,

Main components of HV/LV systems and communication networks,

Utility scale solar or renewable Operations and Maintenance

Knowledge of working with SCADA systems, with the ability to monitor system performance, identify and diagnose faults, and take appropriate and required actions to address underperformance issues in a timely and effective manner

Skills

Safety management, including electrical risk management.

Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and leadership capability.

Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Advanced computer literacy, including a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, with the ability to manage digital records, reporting tools, and maintenance systems.

Experience

Experience in the role of Site Manager on operational site is highly desirable.

Minimum 2 years in Operations and Maintenance experience of utility scale Solar or renewable projects (or transferrable experience)

HV experience preferred.

Experience and training in utility scale inverter technology preferred.

Qualifications

Electrical Qualification (Diploma/degree in Electrical Engineering/Electronics preferred) or other technical training to be evaluated

Electrical Licence for the relevant state (preferred; requirements may vary by location).

LVR/CPR certificate

First Aid certificate

Working at Heights desirable

Reporting to Project Manager

Location Various – New South Wales

Hours Nominal 37.5h week.

At RES, we celebrate differences as we know it makes our company a great place to work. Encouraging applicants with different backgrounds, ideas and points of view, we create teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, marital status, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people.