Manager, ROCC

About the role

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries , AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work , you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 , we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation. We are hiring a Salt Lake City ROCC Manager with experience operating renewable energy facilities across multiple RTOs, especially those in the Western Interconnect. Renewable energy facilities include solar PV, battery storage, hybrid PV-storage, and wind systems. Responsibilities include supporting operations for utility-scale facilities and distributed generation sites nationwide, including those in Hawaii. The ideal candidate can manage multiple tasks and teams in a fast-growing company. This position splits focus evenly between daily real-time operational execution to support upcoming Operations projects and short-term strategic planning (1-4 week look ahead) for ROCC operations. The role requires the ability to work on and prioritize multiple tasks and projects. The successful candidate will work on a cross functional team with Performance Engineering, SCADA Engineering, Compliance, Integration, SCADA Execution, the Field O&M, Construction as well as strategic vendors. AES CE, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation, specializes in developing, owning, and operating utility scale PV solar projects, distributed generation PV solar projects, PV solar projects combined with battery energy storage systems (BESS), stand-alone battery energy storage projects and wind generation projects. AES CE currently has over 10,000 MW of solar, wind and battery storage projects in operation in the U.S. With a business goal to double our operating portfolio by 2030, and a development pipeline to support achieving that goal, now is an amazing time to join the AES CE team as it continues its exponential growth. AES's mission is to accelerate the future of energy, together. We are a global, agile, cohesive organization with an employee engagement level akin to a startup company. AES businesses throughout the world are often recognized as great places to work. Our people share a passion to help meet the world's current and increasing energy needs, while providing communities and countries the opportunity for economic growth due to the availability of reliable, affordable electric power. Safety First - Self-starter - Innovative Thinker - Driven by Excellence - Team Player - Accountable If these characteristics describe key elements of who you are as a person, we want you as part of our team on this next phase of our exciting journey! Basic Job Functions : Oversee an industry leading AES CE Operations team, driving toward excellence and innovation Lead a team of 15 or more people with expected growth to 20+ over the next 1-2 years, including Control Room Operators, Lead Operators, Trainers, Outage Coordinators, and Team Leads. Cultivate a strict culture of compliance while overseeing the implementation of applicable NERC reliability standards with Compliance support. Act as the main driving force for continuous improvement initiatives ensuring their success and on-time delivery/execution. Responsible for overseeing the DG ROCC Operators and AES' Distributed Generation portfolio. Responsible for managing future Training and Outage Coordinator role(s). Manage operating and access credentials for secure systems and physical security spaces. Leadership & Personnel Management : Responsible for performance and performance management of employees Foster, motivate, and support employee development, talent cultivation, and career advancement Ability to respond to, and assist/guide on-shift Control Room Operators outside of normal business hours Plan and execute strategies to accommodate rapid company growth to include employing staffing strateg