Maintenance Manager

About ContourGlobal

ContourGlobal is a KKR-backed next-generation Independent Power Producer (IPP) operating across the United States, Latin America, Europe and Africa. The company manages a diversified portfolio of nearly 6 GW of renewable generation, flexible thermal power and battery energy storage assets, providing reliable, dispatchable power solutions that support the transition to a more electrified and sustainable future.

ContourGlobal is transforming into a predominantly renewable power platform through the decarbonization of its thermal fleet and the development of large-scale renewable energy and battery storage projects. Leveraging its in-house development, engineering and operational capabilities, the company currently has more than 2 GW of renewable and BESS projects under construction and approximately 15 GW in development.

Building on its advanced commercial and energy management capabilities, ContourGlobal partners with utilities, industrial customers and digital infrastructure operators to deliver tailored power solutions through long-term contracts, corporate PPAs and powered-land solutions that shorten time-to-market for data center developments. 

As Maintenance Manager, you will join our Maintenance team! In this role, you will report to the Plant Manager and will have the opportunity to be responsible for directing and organizing Plant Maintenance based on dispatch requirements, complying with applicable laws and established procedures, prioritizing the safety of people and equipment in order to achieve maximum plant performance, availability, provide the client with a high standard of quality and take ownership of continuous improvement.

. You will plan strategic maintenance activities, respond to any maintenance issues in a timely manner and in real time, and manage maintenance tasks to ensure that they are carried out in accordance with applicable safety, environmental and quality standards. You will also assume the responsibilities designated under the PEI, including acting as a member of the Advisory Committee or as Alternate Emergency Chief, in the event of an emergency. Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct communication with Plant Manager both in daily meetings and through reports 
• Review and/or approval of the Maintenance Procedures and Instructions
•  Participate in the process of hiring staff in charge
• Supervision and management of daily reports, monthly reports, start up and shutdown reports, incident reports, etc.
• Establish and ensure compliance with the Work Permit System (BFS)
• Attend the Safety and MA rounds carried out by the Plant
• Member of the Management Committee and HSE in the investigation and monitoring of incidents/accidents and regular investigator of work accidents
• Act in case of emergency as a member of the Advisory Committee, or replace members of the emergency team, as defined in the PET
• Organize and coordinate the necessary technical and security training to improve the professional skills of the team
• Communicate the importance of the Management System Requirements
• Promote continuous improvement, leading RCA activities, fostering knowledge sharing and learning across the organization, driving execution of action plans.
• Maintenance of the quality, safety and MA system based on the corresponding ISO standards

 Qualifications and skills:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role, in CHP or CSP power plants environment.
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering / science-based discipline.
• Be an experienced manager of people in both direct and indirect situations with excellent delegation and team leading skills
• Fluent Spanish & English.
• Demonstrable experience of influencing & motivating personnel on Safety matters
• Communicate confidently in written, verbal, and presentational situations as well as having excellent analytical skills
• Leadership ability and strong management skills
• Technical excellence

ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of our society and the markets in which we operate.