Control Room Operator

What does the job involve?

The Control Room Operator will lead the safe and efficient operation of Empire Windfarm from our Central Control Room located in Brooklyn, NY. Empire is located off the coast of NYC and connects the electric grid in Brooklyn, NY. This position requires knowledge of electric generation associated with operational and technical skills to perform the tasks and responsibilities for this role at Equinor. For Equinor the Control Room Operator will assist in delivering the KPIs for the Control Center and Operations Department. This role will report to the US Control Center Manager.

What will my tasks be?

• Responsible for day-to-day operation and dispatch of the plant to the electric grid.
• Monitor/control access to unmanned locations.
• Weather monitoring and vessel tracking.
• SCADA/HMI/CCTV systems to monitor and safely operate all corresponding parts of the plant and auxiliary systems (Onshore substation, Offshore Substation and Wind Turbine Generators).
• Respond to alarms and abnormal conditions in a timely manner and report any issues to appropriate governing agencies if necessary (Grid Operator, NYISO, NYPD, FDNY, USCG, ETC.).
• Maintain operator logs and input work orders when required.
• Responsible for proper isolations (LOTO) and permit issuing for corrective, planned and emergency maintenance.
• Successfully complete all the training required for the position of Control Room Operator.
• May be asked to temporarily stand in for Control Room Manager from time to time.
• Monitor and control of the Wind Turbine Generators.
• Operate the Work Release system including activation and deactivation of work.

Here's What We Expect From You At Equinor

• Identify with the values that guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow: open, collaborative, courageous and caring.
• Make safety your priority and contribute to our zero-harm culture.
• Willing to make decisions in stressful situations.
• Able to work in a collaborative environment but able to take responsibility when appropriate to directly support the workforce.

What can we offer you?

• Not just a job - a career
• Inclusive culture
• Equal opportunities for everyone

Important notes about the application process

• We expect you to openly offer all relevant information about yourself during the recruitment process.
• Background checks are performed on all final candidates, and all permanent and temporary hires will be screened using relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions laws.
• When applying for a job in Norway you will be asked for information on affiliation to high-risk countries for a security assessment.