OCC Supervisor

Overview

Supervises OCC operators, monitors renewable assets, ensures safety & compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• scada
• substation switching
• troubleshooting
• data monitoring
• performance analysis
• staff supervision

Tasks

-Maintain records of OCC operation and personnel status. -Maintains a positive, professional work environment that fosters collaboration and team work. -Complete applicable safety program training requirements per the IIPP annually. Read, understand, and apply information such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. -Direct electrical substation switching using a detailed understanding of the Company’s electrical switching practices -Anticipate typical problems, identify potential or recurring problems, discover opportunities for improvements, and take appropriate action. -Record operation actions taken during shift in operator's logbook or other automated logging mechanisms. -Perform troubleshooting of plant control systems or telemetry issues between multiple entities. Including the coordination and communication of issues, statuses, to multiple parties. -Directs staff in monitoring and identifying performance issues to maximize plant productivity. -Monitor data such as weather conditions including wind speed, direction, turbulence, irradiance, storms, or equipment temperatures, voltage, current, power, and VAR’s. -Maintain safe, reliable, and efficient operation by quickly responding to changing conditions in order to maximize availability and generation by operating facilities within all applicable permits, electrical system procedures, contractual obligations, and company objectives. -Involved in functional testing during the commissioning or onboarding of new projects. -Visually monitor and read parameters, data points, and sensor outputs at specified intervals to verify operating conditions and to detect faults and malfunctions. -Assure all procedures, policies, and personnel are working together to provide service to OCC customers. -Maintain understanding of the compliance requirements where owned and third-party assets are located. -Use OEM or Enterprise SCADA (Original Equipment Manufacturer Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) to adjust plant control setpoints such as active and reactive power of the company’s generating units. -Schedule 24/7 OCC coverage with multi-person crew shifts. -Works with maintenance to troubleshoot problems and ascertains probable cause. -Assist with triage management and coordination of simultaneous plant event management amongst the OCC team. -Perform diagnostic analysis of operating data to assess operating performance and make recommendations for improvement. -Use weather information from weather services and interconnected companies to respond to load demand changes as directed through curtailment orders and outage directives. -Monitor and analyze assets to identify performance issues and troubleshoot with multiple parties for identification and resolution across at the project and potentially across the fleet. -Supervise OCC Operators in the absence of supervisory personnel, and provide direction and advice to Operators on technical issues relating to system performance and operation. -Perform tasks of level II Operator in the absence of Level II personnel. -Ensure quality and accuracy of real-time generation information being telemetered to RTO/ISO and take actions to correct abnormalities. -Provide personnel supervision within the dynamics of the OCC’s 24/7/365 multi-shift work environment. -Train staff on all required guidelines, processes and procedures and ensure that they are followed. -Assist maintenance teams to troubleshoot problems and ascertain probable cause. -Ensure asset, meteorological, and substation data integrity for internal databases used for reporting purposes and by external entity’s real-time operations. -Adjust manual controls or verify automatic controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, based on utility/ISO/customer requirements. Accurately change control equipment setpoints. -Ensure compliance to all regulatory and contractual requirements through adherence to all operational procedures, processes, and policies. -Respond to changing conditions with regard to maximizing plant safety and efficiency. -Responsible for providing the OCC Manager and/or Director detailed information (both verbal and written) regarding individual personnel’s actions, when discipline and/or discharge is being considered. -Will be on-call for emergency situations at OCC and must be willing to work other shifts as required. -Develop and implement effective strategies to maximize the generating assets value by capturing profit opportunities when possible.

Requirements

• scada
• microsoft office
• computer networking
• nerc certification
• supervisory
• bachelor's degree

What You Bring

-Must demonstrate excellent computer and networking skills. -High level of expertise with Microsoft Office Suite. -Proficient in operating computers, the OCC’s Integrated SCADA system, and all other plant SCADA systems used in monitoring and controlling plant operations. -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. -Minimum five (5) years of supervisory experience preferred, with emphasis on 24/7 shift work (power plant environment). -Must be familiar with industrial communications and SCADA equipment. -Coordinate with regional personnel and system operators from other companies on forced or scheduled outages, including operational directives. Utilize accurate and efficient three-way communication skills on inbound and outbound telephone conversations. -Bachelor’s degree in technical curriculum or equivalent business / military experience preferred. -Must show ability to multi-task. -Understanding or experience with NERC, FERC and system operator requirements. -Must possess and maintain NERC Balancing and Interchange certification or ability to attain certification within 12 months.

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Benefits

-Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program. -Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service. -Supportive mentorship & buddy programs. -Rewarding 401k. EDF Renewables provides a generous matching contribution. -Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities. -Comprehensive health coverage. EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

About Edf Power Solutions North America

-A leader in renewable energy solutions across North America, focusing on wind, solar, and energy storage projects. -With a rich history in the global energy sector, the company is at the forefront of transforming the energy landscape. -Specializing in large-scale, high-impact projects, partnering with local communities and governments to deliver clean energy solutions. -Its expertise spans several sectors including renewable energy, utilities, and energy storage, contributing to North America's sustainable future. -The company has expanded its footprint by taking on both utility-scale and commercial projects that redefine the energy transition. -Known for its innovative approach, harnessing cutting-edge technology to improve the efficiency and sustainability of its projects.

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