Energy production manager

Also known as

Geothermal production manager, hydroelectric production manager, wind energy operations manager, biofuel production manager, renewable energy production manager, sustainable energy production manager

AUT programmes

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering Major - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
• Architectural Engineering Major - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering Major - Bachelor of Engineering Technology

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours but may work shifts, including nights and weekends
• Usually work at energy production facilities and may travel locally
• Need to be accurate, make decisions and identify and solve problems

Typical tasks

• Oversee energy production plants and services
• Apply rules and regulations
• Direct maintenance and repair work
• Manage workers and production teams
• Make sure health and safety rules are met
• Make sure energy work follows standards
• Manage energy production activities
• Report on compliance matters
• Communicate energy production information clearly
• Teach policies and procedures to staff

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