KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform site visits in a timely manner, in compliance with Construction and Asset Management agreements provisions and HSE rules
• Ensure quality control and quality assurance for sites under construction and operation
• Ensure site visits reports are drafted and submitted accurately and in a timely fashion
• Proactively ensure all issues reported from site visits are managed to a swift resolution
• Ensure optimal PR/ availability per asset
• Ensure all O&M and EPC providers achieve, at a minimum, their contractual obligations
• Ensure the conditions of the plants are compliant with HSE rules and provisions
• Use insights and analysis of operations variables to generate Annual Performance Optimization Plan reinforced with the use of the cutting-edge technologies (to drive innovation)
• Ensure 100% security of all assets including full availability of CCTV systems (if applicable)
• Act as the representative of the PDT and technical asset management service to all existing and prospective clients
• Lead on specific technical failures of the main components
• Supervise the punch list works before and after plant acquisitions, and under construction
• Work with third-party vendors to support project components (trackers, inverters, balance of plant equipment) installation, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting and maintenance
• Troubleshoot and perform tracker and mechanical equipment maintenance
• Communicate effectively with third-party vendors and actively participate in meeting reviews to provide technical feedback about filed operations and construction
• Attend periodical meetings with the Technical Team at WiseEnergy offices.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Time management & prioritization skills - things can get a little hectic, so the ability to effectively manage yourself and your workload is critical
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (in English or/and other European languages) - you must be able to organize your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling. You will be expected to together well-written, grammatically correct emails and other communications. When communicating verbally – whether over the phone, on video calls, in person or in meetings – you will need to be articulate, warm and engaging
• Flexibility - being an effective team player means being flexible in your approach and open to getting involved with new things, even if they are not spelt out in your job description
• Intellectual Curiosity – we are looking for someone who is truly interested in our profession and has the intellectual curiosity to delve deep into topics and bring fresh ideas to the team
• IT Literacy - you need to be comfortable with IT systems and working with data (you should have at least intermediate-level excel)
• Delivery focus – it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Passion for our mission ‘to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy
• Our values: be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and ‘bring your alpha’.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Comprehensive knowledge of the technical characteristics of PV plants
• Knowledge of the management of PV portfolios
• Experience in construction/maintenance of utility scale solar parks, most preferably as Site/Construction Manager/O&M Coordinator
• Good knowledge of the UK technical and H&S legislation applied to PV plants
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Electronics, or qualified to the same level through experience of other qualifications
• The right to work in the UK.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn
• International scope – we operate in over 8 countries
• 30 days’ holiday per year (3 of which are taken during the festive shutdown in December)
• Private pension
• BUPA Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle leasing schemes
• Annual discretionary bonus.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to If you have been shortlisted for the next stage, we will be in contact within 14 days.

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