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 into 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 requirements > 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.
• 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.

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.
• 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 (Preferable).
• HV Electrical Certification / Experience (Preferable).
• 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.
• Previous 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.
• 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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