Operations Manager, Growth Market Funds

Do you want to join a global leader in renewable energy infrastructure? If so, CIP Terra Technologies is currently looking for an Operations Manager to join our team in Santiago, Chile.Team Joining the Operations team responsible for managing a portfolio of renewable energy assets in Chile during the commercial operational phase. This position will directly report to the Project Director and will be based in Santiago with travel as required.

Role

The Operations Manager will oversee operational activities across a portfolio of renewable energy projects in Chile, starting with Arena BESS, a 220 MW stand‑alone battery system with a 5‑hour duration, located in the municipality of Taltal, in the Antofagasta Region. Mid next year, the portfolio will expand with the addition of Patache BESS, a 300 MW battery energy storage project located in Iquique. Managing internal coordination and external service providers to deliver effective HSE, ESG and technical outcomes throughout the operational lifecycle of the assets.

Responsibilities

• Managing overall project performance and ensuring optimal asset performance
• Making operational decisions within the agreed Delegation of Authority
• Ensuring a robust and efficient operational delivery model is in place
• Managing contractual relationships with service providers, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, KPIs and service levels.
• Supporting clear communication with project owners, boards and internal stakeholders
• Acting as the local operational interface with landowners, authorities and communities
• Ensuring timely, accurate and fit‑for‑purpose project reporting
• Representing owners in operational matters and facilitating communication across all parties
• Conducting performance assessments and implementing optimisation initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with project agreements, permits, legal requirements, owner requirements, HSE, ESG and cybersecurity standards
• Improve asset value and long‑term returns through effective technical management.
• Monitor asset performance, availability and operational KPIs, identifying opportunities for optimization and value creation.
• Coordinate with the Chilean System Operator, Coordinador Eléctrico Nacional, and relevant market participants regarding operational matters.
• Support operational strategies and contribute to revenue optimization initiatives across the asset portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, safety and contractual obligations throughout the operational lifecycle of the assets.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage technical and operational risks.
• Coordinate claims management, warranty issues and dispute resolution processes with contractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and deliver periodic performance reports to internal investment teams and senior management.
• Promote collaboration between technical, commercial, financial and external stakeholders involved in the operation of the assets.

You

The ideal candidate comes with operational background from asset management, infrastructure or energy project environments. Moreover, you have demonstrated leadership and team management experience across operational and technical areas.

We look for the following in the candidate:

• Demonstrating effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Managing complex operational environments and service provider performance
• Bringing extensive experience in stakeholder, project and contract management
• Managing compliance, risk and performance in a regulated environment
• Managing technical performance in line with approved budgets
• Delivering optimization initiatives within agreed scope, schedule and budget
• English language skills for work purposes, both verbal and written, as well as great communication skills

CIP Terra Technologies’ commitment to diversity and inclusion

CIP Terra Technologies is committed to securing a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels respected and heard.

A diverse workforce allows CIP Terra Technologies to achieve results through different approaches and solutions to task execution and problem solving.

We want all our employees to have equal opportunities for personal growth and career opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, nationality, and ethnicity.

About CIP Terra Technologies

CIP Terra Technologiesis a project delivery company working for CIP.

CIP Terra Technologies is majority owned by the funds managed by CIP, with the purpose of delivering best‑in‑class project development and execution services to the growing portfolio of land‑based renewable energy assets.

We engage in the energy transition through specialist project delivery, value creation, and collaboration with trusted third‑party suppliers.

Our core focus is the development, procurement, construction, and delivery of renewable energy projects, and we provide a variety of services including technical development, engineering, supply chain, construction management, and project execution.

We provide global support and a local presence in our key markets, and our teams are continuously delivering and refining services tailored to a wide range of technologies – from onshore wind, solar PV and battery energy storage systems, to bioenergy, thermal and transmission infrastructure.

For more information, please visit CIP Terra Technologies.

Optimized CIP Platform

Earlier this year, we introduced an optimized CIP Platform. With three platform companies providing services to CIP—and while maintaining our current relationship with Copenhagen Offshore Partners (COP), CIP’s exclusive offshore wind development partner—we have effectively strengthened our organizational and operational capabilities, creating a platform scaled for growth and designing the CIP blueprint for the future.

We have established CIP Molecule Technologies, a tech‑focused project delivery company dedicated to molecule projects; CIP Terra Technologies, a tech‑focused project delivery company managing a diverse portfolio of onshore projects; and CIP Fund Solutions, a delivery company with expertise in complex fund management and investment services.

For more info on this, please see: Optimized CIP Platform.

Optimized CIP Platform (duplicate)

CIP Terra Technologies is a project delivery company serving funds managed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP).

With our highly skilled team and leading industry expertise, we develop and delivering and refining services tailored to a wide range of technologies – from onshore wind, solar PV and battery energy storage systems, to bioenergy, thermal and transmission infrastructure.

CIP Terra Technologiesis a project delivery company working for CIP.

CIP Terra Technologies is majority owned by the funds managed by CIP, with the purpose of delivering best‑in‑class project development and execution services to the growing portfolio of land‑based renewable energy assets.

We engage in the energy transition through specialist project delivery, value creation, and collaboration with trusted third‑party suppliers.

Our core focus is the development, procurement, construction, and delivery of renewable energy projects, and we provide a variety of services including technical development, engineering, supply chain, construction management, and project execution.

We provide global support and a local presence in our key markets, and our teams are continuously delivering and refining services tailored to a wide range of technologies – from onshore wind, solar PV and battery energy storage systems, to bioenergy, thermal and transmission infrastructure.

For more information, please visit CIP Terra Technologies.

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