Supervisor, Blade Repair Services LEP

Company: RWE Renewables America, LLC
Location: Roscoe
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

RWE Renewables Americas LLC,RoscoeTo start as soon as possible, Full time, PermanentKey Responsibilities & Purpose of Position

• Supervises & manages a decentralized team specializing in Blade Repair & Inspection of wind turbine blades (internal / external)
• Supports North American operations and maintenance activities of wind farms and related facilities to assure safety, minimize budget variances, and maximize availability in accordance with the Operations Mission Statement.
• Adhere to the Company's values and behaviors as aspired by RWE and the RWE NA Operations Vision. The Supervisor will report to the Blade Repair Services (BRS) Manager, North America and have overall accountability for the execution of Blade Repair & Inspections in accordance with the strategic plans and objectives of the Company.
• Develops and implements strategic and tactical plans by studying market conditions and internal operational needs, identifying technological and cost reduction opportunities, and presenting assumptions and recommending objectives and execution strategies necessary to achieve internal cost reduction targets.
• In conjunction with the BRS Manager, develops the BRS Annual Business Plan, Mid-Term Plan (MTP) and Three-Year Forward Plan, including financial, budgetary and FTE requirements.
• Manages, guides and supports inspection work instruction development, technician training, safety and skills development, quality management and quality control processes, resource deployment and service delivery plans. Manages the goals, strategies and performance measures for all aspects of BRS service delivery; successfully implementing corresponding operational plans, capital plans and other supporting initiatives within approved budgets. Delivers cost reductions and prepares the BRS business for possible external service deployment in future years.
• Coordinates planning and execution efforts with all stakeholder Departments by establishing strong, collaborative relationships with support departments. Provides essential skills, knowledge and resources necessary to effectively and profitably deliver cost savings and achieve goals, through collaboration with Operations, HSE, Engineering, Procurement, Controlling, and Asset Management.
• Establishes credibility with suppliers and manufacturers; identifying new business opportunities within delegated levels of authority and assuring consistency with the approved strategic objectives.
• Builds Company image by collaborating with manufacturers and suppliers; enforcing ethical business practices and delivering Operational Excellence and Service Quality in accordance with performance specifications.
• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organizational standards and performance metrics across all lines of the business.
• Increases management's effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining team members; communicating values, strategies, and objectives; assigning accountabilities; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; developing incentives; developing a climate offering information and opinions.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; and participating in professional societies.Work Experience Requirements:
  • At least 5 years of overall business experience in the North American wind energy industry or similar heavy industry.
  • At least 2 years of supervisory, managerial and budget experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with solid track record of accountability and delivery of results.
  • Previous profit and loss experience with a company or division in the early stages of growth is preferred.
  • Demonstrates a solid understanding of the U.S. business market.
  • Experienced working with suppliers and manufacturers.
  • Enjoys working with minimal direction and demonstrates a high degree of entrepreneurial thinking.
  • Strong commercial skills and business acumen is a must.
  • The successful Candidate is intellectually strong, demonstrates solid analytical competence, and is customer service focused, The BRS Supervisor should thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a, "can-do" attitude while providing proven management capabilities. This position will require excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, strong team orientation, and the ability to lead and inspire a Team.Education Requirements:
    • B.S. in engineering or business administration, preferred.
    • SUBSTITUTION CLAUSE: A 4-year college degree from an accredited school, in a technical hard science (engineering, physics, power, or similar) ay substitute for 2 years of experience. A current Journeyman or Master Electrician License may substitute for 2 years of experience. An A&P degree or analogous military training, along with a minimum of 2 years hands-on work experience may substitute for 2 years of experience. A wind technician certificate program can substitute for 1 year of experience.Working Environment:
      • Typical office environment. Up to 50% travel may be required, with long and irregular work hours from time to time on various RWE and third-party wind sites throughout North America. May be required to climb wind turbines & work from heights from time to time.
        rwe.com/careerApply now with just a few clicks: ad code 79661We look forward to meeting you!We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity.Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Xing, too.RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world's leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future.RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE's youngest subsidiary and one of the world's leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition - and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region.

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