Site Manager – Renewable Energy Operations
Acclaimed Workforce is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the operations and maintenance function at a large-scale renewable energy facility located in regional Victoria.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced operational leader to take ownership of a complex, safety-critical asset and lead a skilled site-based team responsible for safe, reliable and efficient plant performance.
The successful candidate will provide strong technical leadership, drive operational excellence, develop a high-performing team culture and continuously improve site systems, processes and reliability.
The Role
Reporting into the Operations & Maintenance leadership team, you will be responsible for:
- Leading and developing a site-based operations and maintenance team
- Managing daily site operations, maintenance activities and operational performance
- Driving plant availability, reliability and performance outcomes
- Establishing and improving maintenance systems, procedures and processes
- Managing CMMS, maintenance records, reporting and asset information
- Overseeing stores, spare parts, inventory management and procurement processes
- Supporting fault finding, troubleshooting and reliability improvement initiatives
- Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and operational requirements
- Coordinating contractors, visitors and site activities
- Building strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Relevant trade qualification (Electrical, Mechanical, Fitter, Boilermaker or similar)
- Minimum 10 years' experience within operations, maintenance, utilities, industrial, manufacturing or power generation environments
- Proven experience leading site-based teams within complex operational environments
- Strong technical capability across mechanical and electrical systems
- Experience with maintenance management systems (CMMS) and asset reliability practices
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capability
- Demonstrated safety leadership and risk management experience
- Ability to coach, mentor and develop operational teams
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Highly Regarded
Experience within:
- Renewable energy or power generation
- Utilities, mining or heavy industry
- Large-scale manufacturing environments
- 24/7 or semi-scheduled operational environments
- Commissioning or first-of-type projects
- High-voltage environments
- What's On Offer
- Permanent full-time opportunity
- Leadership role within a growing renewable energy environment
- Competitive salary package reflective of experience
- Opportunity to influence operational excellence and continuous improvement
- Work within an innovative and future-focused organisation
Site Manager – Renewable Energy Operations employer: Acclaimed Workforce
Acclaimed Workforce is an exceptional employer that offers a vibrant and supportive work culture in the heart of Melbourne. With a focus on employee growth through mentorship and professional development, we provide clear career progression and an uncapped bonus structure that rewards your success. Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible work-life balance in a modern office environment.
