SHIFT OPERATOR

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector nad the world's third-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 17 markets (Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Chile, France, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, the UK, US and Vietnam). 

EDPR is committed to furthering social advances in terms of sustainability and integration. This is reflected by the inclusion of the company in the Bloomberg Gender Equality index and the fact that it has been certified as a Top Employer 2024 in Europe (Spain, Italy, France, Poland, Portugal, Romania and Greece), both of which recognise its employee-driven policies.

We are now looking for a Shift Operator, with the following description:

Mission:

Guarantee the correct operation of the renewable power plants, by supervision, remote operation, coordination of works and operations, monitoring of forecast programs, in accordance with the department's guidelines and occupational hazard prevention and environmental / regulatory standards, in order to guarantee the maximum availability and efficiency of the installations and maximum use of the renewable energy resources. 

Main Accountabilities:

1. SUPERVISION, REMOTE CONTROL AND DISPATCH OF RENEWABLE POWER PLANTS – Monitor real-time control operations (24x7) and performance of renewable power plants; real-time performance analysis; take notes; act on stoppages, curtailment and electrical orders; perform real time remote commands in power plants; issue work orders, guaranteeing optimum security conditions, with the collaboration of O&M management and/or the power plant on-site personnel; follow the execution of the aforementioned tasks.

2. COORDINATION WITH EXTERNAL DISPATCH CENTERS – Answer to calls from system operators and maintain a permanent link with other dispatch centres, distributors and transmissions system operators, in order to coordinate and/or guide the operations, procedures and dispatch processes, in the network and power plants. Ensure safe assets operation according to standard operating procedures and external regulations.

3. EXTERNAL INTERACTION – Guarantee the continuous exchange of information with system operators (transmission and distribution), OEM remote control centres, production forecast centers, market operators (trading and electricity markets) and off-takers. Verify production forecasts and incidents in real-time, in order to adapt market programs and minimize deviations.

4. INTERNAL INTERACTION – Collaborate with the O&M teams in the identification and communication of incidents and faults, electrical restrictions imposed by the transmission system operators and provide energy production forecasts.

5. OPERATIONAL TOOLS – Perform SCADA system connection/control tests in the power plants and substation automated systems, communication systems and all relevant software for the operation of the power plants, in order to guarantee that the assets are correctly operated. Inform RODC supervisor about the faults and system downtime.

6. COMMUNICATION WITH THIRD PARTIES – Ensure the availability of required information and represent the RODC when dealing with external entities, in order to protect EDPR’s interests, consolidate its image and develop positive working relationships with institutions, while guaranteeing the acquisition and retention of specific knowledge and expertise.

7. COMPANY POLICY AND COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS – Know and apply the occupational hazard, environmental and quality plans to ensure that they will be applied and complied with. Guarantee compliance with the applicable regulatory requirements in relation to the activities performed

Working time: 8 hours shifts, by rotation, according to the established schedule.

Required Profile:

1. Academic Skills:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in Electrical or Electrotechnical Engineering.

2. Professional Experience:

- Previous work experience is not mandatory

3. Specific Knowledge:

- Familiarity with MS Office and SCADA systems.

- Not mandatory but represent an advantage:

• knowledge of standards related to regulatory, health, prevention of risks, environment and quality
• electrical distribution and transportation systems
• knowledge about electrical regulatory requirements
• operation of control systems and HV equipment in RPP substations
• wind turbines technology (mechanical/electrical operation & maintenance; alarms; SCADA and additional software)
• technical concepts applicable to the electrical sector

4. Languages: English – medium to advanced level, Romanian – proficient

Among EDPR's principles we would like to highlight diversity and inclusion as a strength in our values and practices. Reinforcing these principles has a real impact on the satisfaction of commitment, increases talent and the quality of leadership of our professionals. To achieve all our objectives, it intends to attract, develop and retain different profiles, assuming diversity as a key factor and differentiator of fundamental innovation in our organisation. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to the inclusion and sense of belonging of each person who is part of EDPR.

What makes us proud as an employer:

TOP Employer Europe 2021 certification.
Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2021.
Top Workplaces US 2021.
Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Más Familia Foundation;