Rambla República de México, Montevideo, Departamento de Montevideo, Uruguay Hybrid Employment

Akuo is hiring a Power Plant Manager

About the Role

The Power Plant Manager will lead operational teams, manage plant performance, and ensure adherence to technical, environmental, and safety standards across energy production sites.

Responsibilities

  • Direct daily operations of power generation units
  • Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations
  • Lead and mentor operations and maintenance personnel
  • Monitor plant performance and optimize output
  • Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance schedules
  • Coordinate with engineering teams on technical upgrades
  • Manage emergency response protocols
  • Prepare operational reports for senior leadership
  • Implement energy efficiency initiatives
  • Ensure adherence to grid connection requirements
  • Track fuel and resource consumption metrics
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation
  • Support audits and regulatory inspections
  • Manage contractor relationships and site access
  • Drive continuous improvement in operational processes
  • Ensure cybersecurity standards for control systems
  • Coordinate outage planning and execution
  • Monitor equipment health and reliability
  • Enforce safety policies and conduct site inspections
  • Lead incident investigations and corrective actions
  • Support sustainability reporting and emissions tracking
  • Facilitate communication between technical and management teams
  • Ensure compliance with local and international standards
  • Manage spare parts inventory and procurement needs
  • Train staff on new procedures and technologies

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience and location

Work Arrangement

On-site with potential for hybrid scheduling

Team

Part of the operations leadership team overseeing multiple energy facilities

Sustainability Commitment

The role supports long-term environmental goals by ensuring efficient energy production and minimizing ecological impact through responsible operations.

Career Development

Opportunities for professional growth include leadership training, technical certifications, and participation in innovation projects across the energy portfolio.

Available for qualified candidates requiring work authorization

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Akuo
Founded in 2007, Akuo is a French independent renewable energy producer with operations in over twenty countries worldwide. The Group is commited in the entire value chain: project development, project finance, construction and operation of solar, wind and storage power plants.
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Posted 8 months ago