Manager, US Wind & Solar Operations
Caddo County, OK Caddo County, OK Full-time Full-time $125,000 - $145,000 a year $125,000 - $145,000 a year WHO WE ARE Energizing the Future.
TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity.
For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community-member where its employees work and live.
We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment.
Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.
For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.
transalta.
com.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self.
TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2
community.
TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element to effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.
ABOUT THE ROLE We are currently looking to hire a visionary leader with a passion for renewable energy to lead our US Wind & Solar Operations.
As the Manager, US Wind & Solar, you are primarily responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable operation, maintenance, and business results of TransAlta's in-house and contracted Wind assets; through the application of operating/maintenance standards, procedures, and processes that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
This position exists to develop and implement operations and maintenance strategies within the year and is accountable to provide organizational leadership to TransAlta's Wind asset portfolio through developing, implementing, and managing a 3-year business plan in alignment with the Director's Wind & Solar Business Plan.
This role is based out of one of our US Wind sites and is a full-time salaried, safety-sensitive position preferably in Evanston, Wyoming and/or Okalhama City.
Click here to learn more about our US Wind sites.
WHAT YOU WILL DO Supporting the daily to twelve-month operations and maintenance plan in alignment with the Director's business plan through driving operational performance, achievement of business results, and continuous improvement Accountable for operational compliance to EHS, NERC, OHS, etc.
, plant availability, and cost through adherence to TransAlta operating procedures, policies, and applicable regulations Accountable for developing and implementing business plans, budgets and long range forecasts Ability to identify and mitigate risk that could negatively impact the agreed outcomes or business results, and identify and realize opportunities that could positively impact the agreed outcomes or business results Team building aptitude, focus on productivity, collaboration, have effective working relationships with colleagues and is able to establish/maintain cross functional collaborative relationships and participate effectively as a member of a team Accountable to uphold TransAlta values, thereby maintaining and enhancing reputation and stakeholder relations Values the work, is motivated, committed to the position, and has solid decision-making skills to manage outcomes with minimal supervision Demonstrate ability to communicate with broad audiences as management, team, internal and external stakeholders and can structures and conveys ideas and information, both verbally and in writing, in a way that brings about understanding, commitment and results Able to revisit the priorities regularly to help setting priorities that determine actions, leading to results and able to manage many cases at the same time WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU To be successful in this role, we are looking for the following must-have qualifications and
Experience:
Appropriate certification or education in a related discipline, and/or possess tangible and proven experience and skills Has Wind or other fuel Operations, Business, Financial and Commercial experience Comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own discipline and knowledge of others Understanding of the operational aspects of the plant; technical, compliance, and financial Thorough understanding of the TransAlta operation model, plant risk and related mitigation strategies Good understanding of contractor requirements, procurement processes, and inventory management Managing and reporting of business and financial aspects including production, availability, revenue, operating and capital expenses Provide due diligence for growth opportunities and integration activities for new assets Thorough understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives Values the work, is passionate to succeed, is committed to deliver business results, and works with deliberate intent and urgency Self-motivated and works with minimal supervision while consistently taking initiative Must be consistently available as required unless accountability has been delegated and communicated to the Director Must be consistently available as required with estimated travel requirements of 40% OTHER REQUIREMENTS Successful completion of pre-employment testing is a condition of employment The position location is required to be at a Wind facility in the region (Wyoming or Oklahoma City / US Wind Sites) WHAT WE OFFER TransAlta is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where you can be your true and authentic self.
We offer our employees comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, annual incentives, and rewards program.
Here are some highlights of our total rewards package:
Annual base salary starting at USD $125,000.
00 - $145,000.
00.
The final agreed-upon base salary is based on the successful candidate(s) qualifications and experience.
Annual incentive program 401(k) plan with 5% fixed employer contributions, up to 5% company matching, and additional employee contribution Benefits program for you and your family which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Paid time off Please note that our total rewards program is subject to change based on state or federal eligibility and legislation and as per the final terms and conditions of the offer of employment.
To learn more about we can energize your future, check out our new Employee Experience Booklet.
Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.
All applications will be reviewed in a timely manner to the best of our abilities.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during the recruitment process.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity.
For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community-member where its employees work and live.
We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment.
Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.
For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.
transalta.
com.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self.
TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2
community.
TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element to effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.
ABOUT THE ROLE We are currently looking to hire a visionary leader with a passion for renewable energy to lead our US Wind & Solar Operations.
As the Manager, US Wind & Solar, you are primarily responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable operation, maintenance, and business results of TransAlta's in-house and contracted Wind assets; through the application of operating/maintenance standards, procedures, and processes that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
This position exists to develop and implement operations and maintenance strategies within the year and is accountable to provide organizational leadership to TransAlta's Wind asset portfolio through developing, implementing, and managing a 3-year business plan in alignment with the Director's Wind & Solar Business Plan.
This role is based out of one of our US Wind sites and is a full-time salaried, safety-sensitive position preferably in Evanston, Wyoming and/or Okalhama City.
Click here to learn more about our US Wind sites.
WHAT YOU WILL DO Supporting the daily to twelve-month operations and maintenance plan in alignment with the Director's business plan through driving operational performance, achievement of business results, and continuous improvement Accountable for operational compliance to EHS, NERC, OHS, etc.
, plant availability, and cost through adherence to TransAlta operating procedures, policies, and applicable regulations Accountable for developing and implementing business plans, budgets and long range forecasts Ability to identify and mitigate risk that could negatively impact the agreed outcomes or business results, and identify and realize opportunities that could positively impact the agreed outcomes or business results Team building aptitude, focus on productivity, collaboration, have effective working relationships with colleagues and is able to establish/maintain cross functional collaborative relationships and participate effectively as a member of a team Accountable to uphold TransAlta values, thereby maintaining and enhancing reputation and stakeholder relations Values the work, is motivated, committed to the position, and has solid decision-making skills to manage outcomes with minimal supervision Demonstrate ability to communicate with broad audiences as management, team, internal and external stakeholders and can structures and conveys ideas and information, both verbally and in writing, in a way that brings about understanding, commitment and results Able to revisit the priorities regularly to help setting priorities that determine actions, leading to results and able to manage many cases at the same time WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU To be successful in this role, we are looking for the following must-have qualifications and
Experience:
Appropriate certification or education in a related discipline, and/or possess tangible and proven experience and skills Has Wind or other fuel Operations, Business, Financial and Commercial experience Comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own discipline and knowledge of others Understanding of the operational aspects of the plant; technical, compliance, and financial Thorough understanding of the TransAlta operation model, plant risk and related mitigation strategies Good understanding of contractor requirements, procurement processes, and inventory management Managing and reporting of business and financial aspects including production, availability, revenue, operating and capital expenses Provide due diligence for growth opportunities and integration activities for new assets Thorough understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives Values the work, is passionate to succeed, is committed to deliver business results, and works with deliberate intent and urgency Self-motivated and works with minimal supervision while consistently taking initiative Must be consistently available as required unless accountability has been delegated and communicated to the Director Must be consistently available as required with estimated travel requirements of 40% OTHER REQUIREMENTS Successful completion of pre-employment testing is a condition of employment The position location is required to be at a Wind facility in the region (Wyoming or Oklahoma City / US Wind Sites) WHAT WE OFFER TransAlta is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where you can be your true and authentic self.
We offer our employees comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, annual incentives, and rewards program.
Here are some highlights of our total rewards package:
Annual base salary starting at USD $125,000.
00 - $145,000.
00.
The final agreed-upon base salary is based on the successful candidate(s) qualifications and experience.
Annual incentive program 401(k) plan with 5% fixed employer contributions, up to 5% company matching, and additional employee contribution Benefits program for you and your family which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Paid time off Please note that our total rewards program is subject to change based on state or federal eligibility and legislation and as per the final terms and conditions of the offer of employment.
To learn more about we can energize your future, check out our new Employee Experience Booklet.
Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.
All applications will be reviewed in a timely manner to the best of our abilities.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during the recruitment process.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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