Head of Electrical Engineering - RES & Substation O&M

TERNA ENERGY, a member of the MASDAR Group, is seeking:

Head of Electrical Engineering - RES & Substation O&M

Role Overview

TheHead of Electrical Engineering – RES & Substation O&Mleads and oversees the electrical engineering activities across RES and energy substation facilities, ensuring their safe, reliable and efficient operation. The role focuses on maintenance effectiveness, fault analysis, asset performance optimization and the coordination of technical teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise theOperation & Maintenance (O&M)activities of renewable energy facilities and substations in Evia.
• Monitor the day-to-day operation and performance of the assets under responsibility.
• PerformRoot Cause Analysis (RCA)of electrical faults and failures, identify underlying causes and recommend appropriate corrective and improvement actions.
• Oversee the planning and execution ofpreventive, predictive and corrective maintenanceactivities.
• Develop technical guidelines and recommendations for additional inspections and controls resulting from fault analyses and operational findings.
• Coordinate the activities of contractors and suppliers and monitor the fulfilment of their contractual obligations.
• Ensure the safety of facilities, personnel and maintenance activities.
• Ensure the proper implementation of the Company'sQuality, Environmental, and Health & Safety Management Systems.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with relevant stakeholders, including technical consultants, local public authorities and other external parties.
• Work closely with other Company departments and functions, includingLicensing, Insurance, Energy Resource Management and Construction, as required.
• Support the technical development and training of newly hired electrical engineers.

Candidate Profile

• University degree inElectrical Engineering.
• At least3 years of professional experiencein maintenance organization, including planning, scheduling and execution, as well as maintenance schedule optimization, with a focus on cost control and optimal operational performance.
• Relevant professional experience in theenergy sector or a comparable heavy industrial environment.
• Valid authorization/license for the operation and handling ofMedium Voltage (MV) / High Voltage (HV)electrical installations.
• Knowledge ofprotection systems for MV and HV electrical networks.
• Knowledge and experience in analyzing operational data fromHistorian databases and SCADA systems.
• Knowledge ofPLC and SCADA programming, electrical panel design using EPLAN, and ERP systems such as SAPwill be considered a strong asset.
• Very good command ofEnglish, both written and spoken, including technical terminology.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of the technical and operational requirements of the role.
• Ability to take initiative, identify issues and drive solutions.
• Strongcommunication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstratedteam management and leadership experience.
• Results-oriented mindset, with persistence and a structured approach to achieving objectives.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and within demanding deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability to evolving operational and technical requirements.
• Ability to develop and implement appropriateaction plans.
• Strongproject organization and coordination skills, including team coordination, task allocation, scheduling and progress monitoring.