Solar PV/BESS Site Manager

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd., Coventry

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Operations & Maintenance; Engineering 

Role would be covering multiple sites, ideal home Locations would be Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester, Derby , Nottingham

The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Site Manager to oversee the operation and maintenance of our solar and battery energy storage facilities. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of solar and battery systems, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. This role will play a crucial part in ensuring the efficient integration of new sites in to the existing operational team and the ongoing reliable operation of our renewable energy assets.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of Electrical installation for electrical and network compliance.

• Management of works schedule to meet asset uptime requirements
• Managing teams of on site personnel (works scheduling, team rostering, KPI’s, safety & development)
• Performance of the asset to maximise generation (Availability, Production, Energy targets)
• Negotiation and management of 3rd party contract works on site
• Forecast and project budget management – reporting and integration with Finance team
• Enforce RWE safety and electrical policies for the safety and wellbeing of staff
• Perform Quality and Safety Inspections/Audits.
• Understanding of Contractual requirement > Direct and manage variations, estimate and approvals.
• Actively engage in electrical and mechanical activities.
• Represent RWE in the local community – interaction with land owners and local stakeholders.
• Communication Skills
• Communicate effectively with Business Executives, Project Managers and Main contractors.
• Ability to Operate Effectively within a Team Environment
• A team-based approach to achieving objectives is needed to reflect and enhance the emerging culture and climate of RWE Renewables.  This style encourages extensive consultation, devolution of decision-making, empowerment of personnel, a high performance and a highly accountable work ethic within the work unit.

Occupational Health Environment & Quality (HSEQ)

• Ensure that you understand and carry out activities in accordance with RWE Renewables Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental policies and procedures;
• Operate in accordance with RWE Renewables approved policy and procedural requirements;
• Conduct risk assessments in area of responsibility with assistance from RWE Renewables HSE subject matter expert (SME);
• Generate, implement and audit against Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) in consultation with team closed out;
• Promote a healthy work environment for all employees by not smoking in any company (or contractor) buildings or vehicles.

Requirements

• Current Driver’s License
• Electrical certification / Licence (Preferrable)
• HV Electrical Certification / Experience (Preferrable)
• OHS Certification
• Construction Induction Card (Where applicable)
• Technical Knowledge
• HSE: Constant awareness, report risks and hazards → attend meetings; raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs); OHS tertiary qualification (preferred)
• Ability to understand / operate and manage technical and business computer software packages.
• Ability to read and understand Electrical & Mechanical schematics / drawings
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic accounting principles and budget management
• Electrical Isolation (LOTO) procedures.- LV & HV
• Understanding of electrical standards and regulations
• Industry & Business experience
• Experience in running & managing utility energy assets and/or energy distribution assets
• Experience in DNSP/NSP interactions (Preferable)
• Experience in managing project budgets and aligning with future works
• Appropriate level of commercial acumen commensurate with position, some knowledge of commercial contracts.
• Pervious experience in utility solar or storage construction

People Skills & other

• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Experience in running and managing teams of personnel both locally and from a distance
• Flexible working – nights, weekends, holidays as required
• Medical / Fit for duty assessment required

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Any questions? Contact in Recruiting: Lee Harbin,lee.harbin@rwe.com

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We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

In the segments of onshore wind and solar, RWE Renewables Europe & Australia is among the largest electricity producers in Europe and has become a key player in the field of renewables. With its comprehensive „Growing Green“ investment and growth strategy, RWE is expanding green generation capacity – to more than 65 gigawatts by 2030.

To this end, RWE is investing €55 billion between 2024 and 2030. RWE Renewables Europe & Australia is focusing on its core markets in Europe and Australia. The team with 1,800 colleagues across 11 countries has come a long way already. With the project pipeline well filled in all technologies, battery storage, onshore wind power and solar energy, you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.