The Position
The Operations Engineer will manage engineering and related issues across a broad range of cross portfolio projects. The role may be involved in Wind, Solar & Storage projects, assisting Asset Managers and Site Managers in the Management of the RES UK & I portfolio, ensuring adherence to best practice for safety, quality, and environmental performance throughout the project lifecycle. The role will support the Asset Management Team with the integration and adoption of projects into the portfolio, as well as the implementation of new services that are developed by the team. Organisational Context The Operations Engineer will report to the Operations Support Manager, joining a team of Operations engineers with broad experience across Wind, Solar and Battery Storage. They will have an influential role as part of the Operations Support Team in leading, developing and ensuring the performance of the Additional Services that are provided to our customers. Additional services are those outside the scope of our Asset Management agreements. The Operations Engineer shall work across all disciplines understanding the procurement, contract, technical and site requirements related to each project. The role will promote and enhance the Operations Support Team and shall be highly visible role within Asset Management, with occasional travel required to regional offices or sites within the portfolio. Whilst the role is UK based, there may be opportunities to support projects in other regions or countries. Accountabilitie s
1. The Operations Engineer will:
2. Help ensure high HSQE standards across our portfolio
3. Act as Project Manager on Additional Services projects by:
4. Identifying opportunities within the Asset Management portfolio
5. Developing and executing Additional Services activity from owner approval to completion on Wind, Solar & Storage Assets
6. Ensuring compliance and deliverables are met, including direct supervision of various works and oversight of contractors as required
7. Leading on specific contract improvement plans to support the Contracts Team
8. Act as Project Manager for the Asset Management team by:
9. Managing new renewable energy assets into the portfolio before they are handed to an Asset Manager
10. Developing risk, compliance, and performance processes which support growth and cost reduction targets
11. Supporting other teams within UK Asset Management including Advisory, ESG, Contracts & Quality
12. Support the Operations Support Team by:
13. Leading on areas of personal expertise as part of the Operations Support Team objectives.
14. Actively participating in Continuous Improvement, Innovation and Standardisation activities to develop RES services
Knowledge
15. Knowledge of any or all renewable technology projects (Wind, Solar & Storage) in either design, construction, or operations
16. Health and safety management systems
17. CDM Regulations
18. Quality and environmental management systems
19. Project financial management
Skills
20. Willingness to learn new systems and skills and the confidence to identify opportunities and deliver to them
21. People Management
22. Teamwork
23. Communication
24. Initiative
25. Self-motivated
26. Planning and organising
27. Attention to Detail
28. Completer finisher
29. Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
Experience
30. Projects and / or Asset Management in an engineering environment. Renewables preferred.
31. At least 1 years’ experience of Grid Scale Wind, Solar and/ or Storage projects
32. On site work management – Civil, Electrical or Mechanical preferred
33. Contract Management
34. Interpretation of engineering drawings, work instructions and design reviews.
35. Managing budgets and project costs
36. Contract specification review and preparation
Qualifications
37. Degree/HND Engineering or science qualifications or equivalent experience
38. Project Management qualification or equivalent experience
39. Full UK Driving Licence