Wind Energy Operations Manager

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  Management Occupations

Wind Energy Operations Manager

Also Called: Service Site Manager, Site Manager, Turbine Site Manager, Wind Facilities Manager, Wind Operations Supervisor, Wind Plant Manager, Wind Plant Operations Manager, Wind Site Manager, Wind Site Supervisor, Wind Technician Leader, Service Site Manager, Site Manager, Turbine Site Manager, Wind Facilities Manager, Wind Operations Supervisor, Wind Plant Manager, Wind Plant Operations Manager, Wind Site Manager, Wind Site Supervisor, Wind Technician Leader

What they do

Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.

$67,370
Starting Salary (2023)
$133,560
Median Salary (2023)
3.3%
Projected Job Growth
589,750
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Develop processes or procedures for wind operations, including transitioning from construction to commercial operations.
Monitor and maintain records of daily facility operations.
Track and maintain records for wind operations, such as site performance, downtime events, parts usage, or substation events.
Establish goals, objectives, or priorities for wind field operations.
Train or coordinate the training of employees in operations, safety, environmental issues, or technical issues.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Leadership
Dependability
Integrity
Cooperation
Attention to Detail
Initiative

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening
Speaking
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Social Perceptiveness

Expected Knowledge

Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Common Activities

Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

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