Head of Operations

Head of Wind Farm Operations

About the Company Barito Renewables Energy Group (BREN) is a leading renewable energy platform in Indonesia with investments in geothermal and wind power generation. Through its subsidiary Star Energy Geothermal, the group operates major geothermal assets including Salak, Darajat, and Wayang Windu, delivering reliable renewable baseload power to Indonesia’s national electricity grid. The group’s wind power business is developed through Barito Wind Energy (BWE), which operates the Sidrap Wind Farm, one of Indonesia’s first large-scale wind power plants and a key contributor to the country’s growing renewable energy mix. As part of its long-term growth strategy, Barito Renewables Energy Group continues to expand its renewable energy portfolio through new geothermal and wind development projects, supporting Indonesia’s energy transition and strengthening sustainable energy infrastructure.

About the Role The Head of Wind Farm Operations serves as the overall site leader responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of the Sidrap Wind Farm. The role oversees asset performance, operations and maintenance strategy, contractor governance, HSSE compliance, financial management, and regulatory obligations to ensure the wind farm consistently delivers its operational and commercial commitments. Strategically, the position protects revenue, cash flow, and contractual exposure by ensuring full compliance with PLN PPA requirements, lender covenants, grid codes, and regulatory standards, while optimizing long-term asset performance. This role also acts as the primary interface with PLN, regulators, OEM partners, contractors, and local authorities, strengthening stakeholder confidence and supporting long-term operational sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Wind Farm Operations Leadership Lead the safe, reliable, and optimal operation of the wind farm to achieve availability, energy yield and performance KPIs.

O&M Strategy & Asset Performance Oversee operations and maintenance strategy, contractor performance, SLAs, warranty management, and maintenance planning to maximize asset reliability and energy output.

HSSE Leadership Ensure full compliance with safety, health, security, and environmental (HSSE) standards while fostering a strong safety culture across site operations.

PPA & Grid Compliance Manage Power Purchase Agreement obligations including dispatch coordination, curtailment management, metering accuracy, settlement processes, and grid code compliance with PLN.

Financial & Operational Governance Own OPEX budget control, cost optimization initiatives, and support CAPEX lifecycle planning to ensure efficient asset management.

Asset Lifecycle Management Drive structured asset lifecycle management aligned with ISO 55000 principles, including proactive risk identification and mitigation.

Digital Performance Monitoring Oversee SCADA and condition monitoring systems (CMS), performance analytics, and structured reporting to management, lenders, and shareholders.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement Act as the primary operational interface with PLN, regulators, OEM partners, contractors, local authorities, and internal corporate teams.

Team Leadership & Capability Building Lead and develop the site operations team, strengthen governance processes, and build long-term operational capability.

Location Primary Location: Sidrap Wind Farm (site-based) Travel Requirement: Periodic travel to Jakarta, Makassar, and supplier locations

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline) Master’s degree in Engineering, Energy Management, or Business Administration is preferred Professional certifications in asset management, power system operations, or HSSE are advantageous

Experience Minimum 15 years of experience in power generation or energy infrastructure At least 5 years in senior operational leadership roles within power generation assets Strong experience with PLN PPA implementation and grid code compliance Proven track record optimizing availability, reliability, and performance of multi-megawatt power plants Strong knowledge of high-voltage systems, electrical safety, and maintenance contract governance Demonstrated capability in stakeholder engagement, regulatory coordination, and contractor management

What Makes This Role Unique Lead operations of one of Indonesia’s pioneering wind power assets Play a key role in Indonesia’s renewable energy transition Direct exposure to senior leadership, lenders, and shareholders Opportunity to shape long-term asset optimization and operational strategy

Equal Opportunity Statement Barito Renewables Energy Group is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.