Leadership Development Program- Wind Operations

NextEra Energy•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

The Associate Wind Site Manager is responsible for the operational management of a wind power plant, including safe and reliable operation, maintenance and repair, team leadership, plant performance, and profitability. The role focuses on improving maintenance practices, diagnostic capabilities, and operational efficiency while supporting customer satisfaction and controlling service expenditures. The Leadership Development Program begins with a five-month rotational program that includes training and assignments at two facilities. Travel may involve being away from home for up to three weeks at a time. Candidates attend three weeks of onboarding at the Renewable Training Center in Iowa before returning home to begin the program. After completion, the final site assignment may be anywhere in the company's U.S. portfolio. The position requires the ability to climb wind turbines. Leaders in this role manage a wind power generation facility and are accountable for safe, reliable operations, contractual compliance, budgets, reporting, and the performance of field operations. They also work with internal stakeholders, external customers, landowners, utilities, regulatory agencies, and local communities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of experience.
Valid non-CDL driver's license.
Ability to climb wind turbines.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in English.
Bachelor's degree in business or engineering, or five years of equivalent experience in a leadership role.
Adaptability to different geographic locations for potential future roles.
At least five years of hands-on experience leading field services operations, preferably involving wind turbines or rotating equipment.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a complex organizational structure and across all company levels.
Strong executive presentation skills.
Quality Tools and Techniques experience; Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
Proficiency in network infrastructure, communication protocols, and web technology.
Established track record managing profit and loss responsibilities.
Exceptional analytical capabilities and experience thriving in cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

Manage operational facets of maintenance and repair at a wind power plant.
Prioritize employee safety while maximizing plant performance and profitability.
Develop and execute strategies to improve maintenance practices, diagnostic capabilities, and operational efficiency.
Complete initial training and rotational assignments at two facilities; travel may include three weeks away from home at a time.
Enforce Operational Safety Policy Instructions and ensure field work complies with regulations and company safety practices.
Lead and participate in Business Lean Six Sigma processes and projects.
Recruit, develop, retain, guide, and advance site resources and support team development within a matrix environment.
Ensure timely safety, environmental, and financial reporting, and monitor turbine availability.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders on planned and unplanned maintenance, improvement projects, development initiatives, and financial performance.
Represent NextEra Energy professionally in the community and in interactions with customers.
Oversee wind field operations within the designated contractual scope for external customers and stakeholders.
Monitor, control, and forecast plant budgets and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
Interface with landowners, utilities, regulatory agencies, local government, and community representatives.
Maintain company-supplied equipment, facilities, and tooling.
Ensure compliance with company safety and environmental policies.
Perform collateral duties supporting the Power Generation Division portfolio.
Use computer-based applications and complete reports and paperwork.
Climb wind turbines.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.