[Hiring] Commissioning Lead @GE Vernova

Role Description

The Commissioning Lead works collaboratively with the team to organize and deliver Wind Farm Projects of various size and scope depending on the geography and project. You will be accountable for activities and direct management of GE Vernova employees, leased workers and contracted services to commission GE Vernova windfarms. The overall scope includes managing daily commissioning operations as well as exemplifying excellence in leadership, safety, and quality control. Partnering closely with the Site Manager to execute on contract requirements and ensure alignment with operational excellence. This role will work on a 3:1 roster, when you are assigned to a project. Flexible on the location as to where your home base is (VIC, NSW, SA, QLD).

• Be directly responsible for the Site Wind Commissioning activities from project mobilization through customer acceptance of last unit, managing site commissioning resources and fulfilling contractual obligations.
• Work with the Site Manager, Engineering, Field Operations Centers of Excellence and other teams as required to review and implement all applicable commissioning documents and processes, verify technical compliance during all phases of Wind Turbine commissioning, and support to resolve any project issues affecting Commissioning activities.
• Daily management to ensure compliance of the technical documents and Quality processes.
• Ensure adequate training, qualifications, as well as adequate tools' availability for GE Vernova and contractor site commissioning resources.
• Be an advocate for Safety and adhere to all GE Vernova EHS processes and rules, safety instructions given by (local) law and regulations with a particular focus on electrical safety/LOTO.
• Attend and support RFR (Red Flag Review) meetings to be conducted prior to each project phase and execution of required retrofits during commissioning phase.
• Manage and maintain all equipment including tooling in a responsible manner to ensure safety, quality, delivery on customer expectations and cost optimization.
• Plan, request and maintain any special tooling requirements.
• Be innovative and engaged in all areas of site commissioning.
• Support LEAN activities and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate, mentor, and develop site commissioning teams.
• Travel domestically and internationally whilst assigned to site on a rotational basis.
• Provide electrical supervision and HV coordination for internal teams.
• Act as a representative of the Site Manager, Installation Lead and EHS manager in case of a temporary absence.
• Represent GE Vernova in a responsible manner with integrity and by exercising good judgment.

Qualifications

• Industry recognized Qualification/Certification in Electrical Engineering or Australian electrical license.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience performing all aspects of Wind Turbine commissioning work.
• Demonstrated electrical trade and High Voltage operations.
• Demonstrated experience influencing others and leading teams.
• Standard industry safety training (GWO).
• Advocate for health, safety, and environmental matters; detailed knowledge about EHS & Safety regulations.
• Medical capability for working at heights according to international and/or local standards.
• Valid Driving License.
• Relevant Product & EHS training certifications.

Requirements

• Demonstrated skill set and experience as per GE Vernova training matrix for Commissioning (applies to internal candidates).
• Awareness of and experience in Quality processes and ability to instill quality mindset in site team.
• Ability to work under pressure while continuing to follow safety and quality guidelines.
• Analytic skills regarding technical tasks and processes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to negotiate in complex environments.
• Good knowledge in reporting and documentation.
• Trained to Global Wind Organization (GWO) standard.
• Very high flexibility with a willingness to travel.
• Ability to monitor, read and respond to contact outside normal working hours.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance Provided: No
• #LI-Remote - This is a remote position.