The Service Site Manager is accountable for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of the Crookwell II Wind Farm in NSW. This leadership role manages a team of wind technicians and technical contractors, ensuring strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. The manager is responsible for optimizing turbine performance and availability while serving as the key point of contact between corporate operations, the customer, contractors, and local stakeholders. The role is to be based at the Crookwell Wind Farm NSW.
Essential Responsibilities
Operational Leadership:
Oversee daily wind farm operations, including planned and unplanned maintenance, troubleshooting and inspections
Monitor turbine performance metrics and work to maximize uptime and energy production
Coordinate with the remote operations center and ensure timely response to alarms and turbine faults
Team & Personnel Management:
Supervise, schedule, and support a team of wind technicians and support personnel
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
Provide training, coaching, and performance evaluations
Safety & Compliance:
Ensure full compliance with company and regulatory HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) standards
Conduct safety meetings, audits, and incident investigations
Enforce safety protocols for all site personnel and contractors
Stakeholder Coordination:
Serve as the primary site contact for landowners, customers, vendors, and local authorities
Coordinate with engineering, asset management, and project teams for upgrades, retrofits, or special projects
Administrative & Financial Management:
Manage site budgets, procurement, and inventory of parts and tools
Maintain accurate records and deliver regular reports on site performance, maintenance, and safety
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college; or high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of relevant service experience
Minimum of 3 additional years of experience in Customer Service Management
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in customer service or site management
A background in management of Mechanical or Electrical projects
Experience in overall wind farm operations and maintenance is preferred
Strong business and financial acumen, including profit and loss management and reporting
Desired Characteristics
Strong safety-first mindset with a commitment to HSE standards
Effective communicator with strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
Proven leadership and team management abilities
Ability to influence stakeholders and drive performance across teams
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
As GE Vernova is a global organization, working across different time zones, and monitoring, reading and responding to contact outside normal working hours can be expected.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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