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Vestas

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Melbourne

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in Power Systems, expertise in PSCAD/PSS/E, strong grid code interpretation skills, and experience in power systems modeling, design, and team leadership.
  • You will lead a team in delivering grid connection solutions, manage resources, optimize projects, improve processes, develop talent, and negotiate contracts for compliance and risk management.

Requirements

  • • Bachelors / Masters in Power Systems, Power Electronics or similar
  • • Expert level knowledge of PSCAD or PSS/E or PF
  • • Able to understand and interpretate complex grid code requirements
  • • Proven track record in power systems modelling and analysis
  • • Product knowledge of STATCOM/synchronous condenser/SVC/HVDC system design and control/BESS system (with Grid forming technology) is an advantage
  • • Experience of substation design and protection design is an advantage
  • • Experience in renewable grid interconnection analysis for compliance assessment is an advantage
  • • Proven experience at leading cross-functional technical teams both local and remote (international)
  • • Extremely solid communication skills and ability to convey complex information in a simple and concise manner to a variety of technical and commercial stakeholders
  • • Ability to maintain a motivated workforce in challenging and high-pressure tendering/execution environments
  • • Results-oriented, with the ability to be innovative and creative in building technical value propositions and seeking out value optimisation opportunities
  • • High level of customer focus, with a holistic understanding of how technical solutions impact a business case commercially and contractually
  • • Professional presentation skills with ability to present to senior management
  • • Proven experience to mentor and develop individuals on solution creation and contractual matters

Responsibilities

  • Your main responsibilities as Grid Execution Manager, Power Plant Solutions APAC will be to take overall accountability and lead a team responsible for delivering compliant and timely grid connection solutions to our internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include:
  • Resource Management of a cross functional team of technical engineers supporting a portfolio of regional projects across the full project lifecycle
  • Project Optimisation of the portfolio, ensuring the diverse range of stakeholders' expectations are managed and business commitments are achieved
  • Process Improvement of technical, resourcing and tool processes to improve quality, efficiency and scalability
  • Team Development of your direct reports, taking a people-led approach to leadership to foster and attract industry leading talent
  • Contract Negotiations ensuring the contractual commitments on grid connection and electrical matters represent a balanced technically compliant solution at an appropriate risk level

FAQs

What does the Grid Execution Manager do?

The Grid Execution Manager is responsible for leading a team that delivers compliant and timely grid connection solutions, manages resource allocation, oversees project optimization, and ensures team development throughout the project lifecycle in the APAC region.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Power Systems, Power Electronics, or a similar field, with expert-level knowledge of PSCAD or PSS/E. A proven track record in power systems modeling and analysis is also required.

What are the core responsibilities of the Grid Execution Manager?

Core responsibilities include resource management of technical engineers, project optimization, process improvement, team development, and contract negotiations related to grid connection and electrical matters.

Is experience in renewable energy beneficial for this position?

Yes, experience in renewable grid interconnection analysis for compliance assessment and knowledge of STATCOM, synchronous condenser, SVC, HVDC system design, and control/BESS system are advantageous.

What competencies are expected for this role?

Key competencies include proven leadership in cross-functional teams, solid communication skills, ability to motivate teams in high-pressure environments, results-oriented mindset, customer focus, and professional presentation skills.

What kind of team will the Grid Execution Manager lead?

The Grid Execution Manager will lead a cross-functional team of technical engineers working across a portfolio of regional projects throughout the entire project lifecycle.

What benefits does Vestas offer its employees?

Vestas offers excellent career development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, flexible arrangements, 18 weeks of paid carer's leave, and an Employee Assistance Program.

How does Vestas approach diversity and inclusion?

Vestas recognizes the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success, encouraging applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities.

Is there any warning against recruitment fraud?

Yes, Vestas advises caution against fraudulent emails from individuals pretending to be their employees and encourages applicants to read about their recruitment process on their official website.

What is Vestas’s mission?

Vestas's mission is to be the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions, specializing in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines to create a more sustainable future.

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Vestas

Energy
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +154 GW of wind turbines in 87 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our industry-leading smart data capabilities and +132 GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solutions. Together with our customers, Vestas’ more than 29,000 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future.