Mechanical Production Foreman

Location

Pozo Almonte, Chile 

Mission

At Zelestra, we are seeking a Mechanical Production Supervisor to join the construction phase of a photovoltaic solar plant in the Tarapacá Region. The main mission of this role will be to lead the construction management of the mechanical discipline, overseeing both in-house staff and contractors during the execution and review of mechanical works in a production environment, while promptly identifying and addressing any deviations. The objective is to ensure that the process is carried out within the expected timelines, guaranteeing that all mechanical works are executed efficiently and safely, in compliance with current regulations, as well as Zelestra’s safety, quality, environmental, and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contractual management with external suppliers and contractor companies providing services to the discipline, ensuring that actions, deliverables, and services offered comply with the contractual commitments and established standards, in terms of both time and quality.

• Coordinate progress and priorities of the discipline in alignment with other areas, in order to optimize both processes and the use of time and resources.

• Lead the mechanical discipline team, supervising their progress, providing timely feedback on each member’s performance, and supporting supervisors to enhance their effectiveness and contribution to the team.

• Maintain systematic records of the progress of work carried out by the civil discipline and prepare production and performance reports.

• Schedule and coordinate execution activities and mechanical inspections to ensure proper implementation according to the established plan.

• Monitor the execution of mechanical works, identifying deviations and intervening promptly to resolve potential issues.

• Lead the discipline’s response to unforeseen events and contingencies, in coordination with other areas.

• Evaluate the progress of the plan in the development of mechanical works and issue alerts in case of delays or potential risks to compliance with scheduling, costs, and/or materials management.

• Verify inventories of supplies, materials, and equipment for the discipline, promptly reporting shortages and/or requirements to the responsible area to ensure the discipline has the necessary resources to advance the work.

• Provide technical advice to other areas regarding the mechanical discipline.

• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards during the execution of works.

Job Requirements

• Professional degree in Mechanical Civil Engineering or a related field.

• Knowledge of mechanical construction projects in renewable energy companies.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in roles of similar responsibility in mechanical construction projects, and at least 3 years in related positions within the renewable energy sector.

• Experience in large-scale solar projects (Utility Scale).

• Valid Class B driver’s license.

What we offer

• Health insurance.
• Other benefits.

Zelestra celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a variety of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, age and ethnicity. Our mission is to contribute to a more just and equitable society.

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