Voltalia

Quality Operations Manager (m/w/d)

Join Voltalia in Porto as a Quality Operations Manager, leading quality systems for renewable energy projects. Drive compliance, continuous improvement, and supplier audits. Benefit from a diverse, innovative environment and contribute to sustainable energy growth.
Voltalia
Voltalia
Porto, Portugal On-site Full time UTC+00:00

Voltalia

Company Overview

Voltalia SA

Paris, France

2005

Approximately 1,000 employees (source: moomoo.com). Market capitalization of about 1.3 billion euros on Euronext Paris (source: moomoo.com).

What They Do

Voltalia specializes in renewable energy, with a particular focus on wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and battery energy storage systems. The company offers a comprehensive range of services from development and engineering to construction, operation, maintenance, and asset management, for both its own facilities and third-party clients (source: moomoo.com). Approximately 99% of its revenue comes from renewable energy production in Latin America, Europe, and Africa, highlighting its commitment to sustainability and energy independence (source: triodos-im.com). Target markets include both emerging and developed countries, with clients such as network operators like EDF, and hybrid solutions integrating solar panels with storage systems to ensure grid stability (source: pv-tech.org).

Projects and Background

Notable projects by Voltalia include the 400 MW Canudos solar plant in Brazil, commissioned in 2021, and the 600 MW Serra Branca wind complex, also in Brazil, completed in 2018. In France, the 35 MW Mont de Savel wind farm was inaugurated in 2017, while the 30 MW Quinta do Anjo solar plant in Portugal was commissioned in 2020 (source: dcfmodeling.com). In 2023, Voltalia also expanded its capabilities with a 5 MW solar and 5 MW/10.6 MWh battery storage expansion in French Guiana, bringing the total capacity of the facility to 19 MW and 27 MWh (source: pv-tech.org).

Recent Developments

Over the past two years, Voltalia announced the start of construction on a 43 MW hybrid solar-storage plant in Sainte-Anne, French Guiana, expected to be completed by 2028 (source: pv-tech.org). In 2023, the company also commissioned the 5 MW expansion in French Guiana, further strengthening its presence in the region. While no major acquisitions or fundraising have been reported recently, Voltalia's public position supports ongoing investments totaling 1.4 billion euros by 2022 (source: dcfmodeling.com).

Working with Them

Voltalia offers positions in various fields such as development, engineering, construction, operation, and maintenance, with career opportunities primarily based at its headquarters in Paris and its international sites, including Brazil and French Guiana (source: triodos-im.com). The company culture emphasizes local hiring and assessing social accessibility, as well as environmental impact studies for all projects. While specific benefits are not detailed, operations in diverse regions suggest opportunities in project-based roles supporting global expansion (source: triodos-im.com).


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Job Description

As an Independent Power Producer, Voltalia operates in over 20 countries, developing, building, and maintaining renewable energy projects and services across five key technologies: solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and storage. Backed by the AFM Group, a globally recognized, family-owned investment group, we benefit from long-term stability and a shared commitment to sustainable growth.

By the end of 2024, our operational and under-construction capacity reached 3.3 gigawatts-a 14% increase since 2023. With 1,500 employees worldwide, we thrive in a fast-moving environment driven by adaptability, innovation, and collaboration.

In our company, your work directly contributes to a more sustainable world. Whether you're driving projects forward, optimizing operations, or leading strategic initiatives, you're contributing to our mission to improve the global environment and foster local development.

At Voltalia, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, whatever your race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, age, disability, sexual orientation, and experience. In our company, diversity drives innovation and contributes to a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Ready to make an impact? Bring your energy-let's power a sustainable future together!

Your Missions

Belonging to HSEQ Department, working in close collaboration with DEV & IPP, C&E and AM&P, the Quality Operations Manager is responsible for developing and ensuring the application of the operations quality system across the organization, namely:

  • Product and Process Compliance
  • Process and Production Control
  • Non-Conformity and Corrective Action Management
  • Statistical and Quality Monitoring
  • Continuous Improvement and Operational Efficiency
  • Training and Operational Awareness

Other main responsibilities are:

  • Develop and implement quality assurance plans and processes for factory equipment;
  • Define with relevant departments the relevant processes, procedures and KPIS to give visibility of quality performance;
  • Collaborate with the DEV & IPP, C&E and AM&P departments to establish quality criteria in the contracts;
  • Elaborate the quality protocols specific to each type of equipment including negotiation with third party entities, supplier, and client;
  • Ensure that all equipment and materials procured meet the specified quality standards and requirements;
  • Conduct quality audits and inspections at supplier facilities to verify compliance with quality standards;
  • Use current tools to document and report quality issues or non-conformities, promote and mediate return of experiences and supplier evaluation;
  • Perform analysis of the costs /investment and types of testing through the last portfolio of projects;

Work closely with the Engineering department to understand technical requirements and standards for equipment;

  • Maintain effective communication with all relevant departments to ensure alignment of quality requirements and issues;
  • Comply, Promote and Supervise the correct implementation of good practices, legal, Health, Safety and Environmental requirements;
  • Consolidate all relevant information, for the regular meetings and for the REX meetings;
  • Support the HSEQ department in the creation and development of the quality KPIs and tools.

Qualifications & Experiences

The ideal candidate will be/have:

  • Degree in engineering in related fields such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, or a similar discipline;
  • Additional certifications or coursework related to quality control and assurance is advantageous;
  • Familiar with performance indicators;
  • Operational technical expertise;
  • Proficient in MS Office;
  • English proficiency (mandatory).

Key Skills

  • Excellent communication (oral and written) and negotiation skills;
  • Well-organized and reliable;
  • Customer-oriented approach;
  • Good time-management skills;
  • Ability to multi-task;
  • Critical-thinker and problem-solver.

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About the role

April 4, 2026

Full time

Company

April 4, 2026

On-site

Solar Energy , Wind Energy , Hydropower , Bioenergy , Energy Storage

Voltalia

voltalia.com

  •  Porto, Portugal

Degree in engineering with additional certifications advantageous

UTC+00:00