Location: Alloa (minimum 2-3 days in office per week)
About Us
Eden Scott are proud to be supporting GreenPower with the appointment of a Grid Manager.
GreenPower is a renewable energy company, developing, constructing, owning and operating wind, hydro, solar, and green hydrogen projects across the UK.
About the Role
We are seeking to appoint a Grid Manager to play a leading role in grid connections for our projects. The principal responsibility of the Grid Manager will be to secure acceptable grid connection offers and agreements for our projects.
Role and Responsibilities
The Grid Manager will be responsible for the following areas of work:
1. The management of the grid connection process for all of GreenPower’s generation / demand projects including but not limited to:
2. The management of the connection application process for solar projects including but not limited to:
3. Advisory support to the development & construction teams.
4. Reporting on grid progress.
5. Providing support to development project managers.
Whilst a significant amount of the work will be desk-based, you will be required to undertake site visits and attend meetings which will include overnight stays and travel both within the UK and, occasionally, overseas. A full driving license is required.
About you
We are interested to hear from enthusiastic and motivated candidates with relevant experience and qualifications for this role and good inter-personal skills.
Required (candidates must meet these criteria to be considered):
1. Degree in a relevant discipline: renewables engineering and/or related specialism.
2. Experience with the UK grid system.
3. Experience with all of the processes for application and administration of grid applications.
4. Experience of the renewable energy industry.
5. Track record of the design and preliminary assessment of grid capacity availability.
6. Experience of project management processes.
7. Experience of the contractual process for tendering and project delivery.
8. Knowledge of the role of safety in project design and implementation.
9. Hold a full driving licence.
Desirable Criteria (candidates would benefit from meeting these criteria):
1. Experience of battery storage and/or hybrid energy systems.
Candidates should also have the following personal attributes and general aptitude:
1. Strong negotiation and interpersonal communication skills.
2. Proficient use of Windows based IT systems.
3. Ability to be self-motivated but a strong collaborator within a team environment.
4. Ability to prioritise work, set and meet targets, and manage time effectively.
5. Smart, professional appearance at all times.
6. An eye for detail and precision.
7. Adaptability and willingness to learn.
To apply for this position please send your CV to stuart.mitchell@edenscott.com
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Utilities and Electric Power Generation
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