Vp, Head Of Operations And Maintenance

Requisition ID: 12432

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77056

ENGIE is committed to reshaping the energy future through the global implementation of a lower-carbon energy economy to preserve the world’s natural resources. We are looking for talented and driven people who are committed to making the vision a reality.

The Vice President of Operations and Maintenance will lead the ENGIE North American Renewables Operations and Maintenance organization’s focus on ENGIE’s on-shore wind, solar and battery storage assets. Responsibilities include leadership of safety, field operations, technical services and market and regulatory compliance. This position will report directly to the Chief Renewables Officer. An ideal candidate will reside in or near either the Houston, Tx, Broomfield, CO, or Chicago, IL ENGIE office.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed

What you’ll do:

• Coordination with the Business Development and Construction teams on lessons learned, establishing operational budgets, availability targets, and OEM qualification during the early development phase.
• Empowers all employees with Stop Work Authority for safety-related issues.
• Coordinates and participates with ENGIE’s global Operations & Maintenance community to develop standards, share best practices and lessons learned.
• Establishes and promotes a safety-minded working environment and safety culture consistent with ENGIE NA H&S principles, OSHA, and best practices.
• Responsible for the overall renewable fleet performance, including the resolution of operational issues.
• Active participation in ENGIE’s North American Renewables Leadership Team.
• Carries out other duties as assigned
• Responsible for ensuring that the operating portfolio is in compliance with all company policies, procedures, regulations (including FERC/NERC), power purchase agreements, financing partner requirements and generally accepted operating practices.
• Establish an organization focused on performance, continuous improvement, and accountability with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and performance.
• Develop annual budgets and objectives, for approval, and monitor performance for ENGIE’s NA Operations & Maintenance organization.
• Leads the overall safety organization, which also establishes the safety program for ENGIE NA’s construction teams.
• Establishes standards for the Operations & Maintenance team in regard to safety, quality, work procedures, reporting, etc., in line with ENGIE’s global O&M community.
• Coordination with the Commercial Operations team to enhance communications, the financial performance of assets and meet financing partner requirements.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree, Engineering, or related business acumen preferred
• In-depth knowledge of wind and solar power generating facilities, equipment, and technologies
• Must have and be able to maintain a valid driver’s license
• Minimum fifteen (15) years experience with demonstrated leadership and management of staff focused on Renewable Energy Operations and Maintenance
• Experience with Operations, Maintenance, Dispatch and Optimization of Wind and Solar Assets, BESS a plus
• Willingness and ability to travel as required including internationally (sometimes to remote locations/sites)
• Proficiency with personal computer applications, in particular, operational and financial modeling and budgeting
• Advanced decision-making and organizational experience with leadership, management and communication skills.
• Advance experience in problem solving, organization and prioritizing in developing a workforce, planning budgets, and communications with cross-functional teams and external partners
• Experience with negotiation with both internal and external vendors, staff and partners

Additional Information/Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with the needed assistance to perform the essential functions
• Must be available to travel up to 25% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• Must be willing and able to comply with ENGIE’s policy with respect to COVID vaccination and testing
• Must be eligible to work for any U.S. or Canadian employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
• Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• Capable of handling multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy
• Capable of possessing a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record (will they drive a company or personal car)
• Ability to meet the highest attendance requirements and communicate effectively, both written and verbally
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

Unite with us in leading the transformation of the world of energy! ENGIE is looking for talented and motivated individuals to create the future of energy and customer solutions. Join a rewarding and flexible work environment that encourages innovation and creativity to help customers meet their energy challenges today and in the future. Are you up for the challenge?

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community. ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ENGIE are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. ENGIE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union, or domestic partnership status, military service or veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (referred to as “protected characteristics”) as defined by applicable federal, state or local law in the locations where we operate.

• Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors
• In addition to salary, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan
• At ENGIE we understand that benefits matter, we offer competitive benefit options including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match
• Salary Range: $237,405.00 - 385,440.00 USD, annually
• More information can be found here: Discover our employee benefits

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

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Business Unit: GBU Renewables

Division: REN NORTHAM - US

Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full - Time

Professional Experience: Skilled ( >3 experience <15 years)

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree