BESS O&M Technician/Manager - Thurrock, Bristol, Swindon UK

Taylor Hopkinson Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing renewable energy company in the UK is seeking BESS Field Service Technicians to maintain and service Battery Energy Storage Systems. Responsibilities include performing maintenance, troubleshooting, providing customer support, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have relevant qualifications in electrical engineering and experience in renewable energy. This role offers opportunities for travel and development within a rapidly expanding company.

Qualifications

• Experience in renewable energy (Solar, Wind, or BESS preferred).
• ECS card or equivalent site safety certification.
• Willingness to travel and occasionally stay overnight.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to high operational standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Support system commissioning, software updates, and performance monitoring.
• Provide remote and on-site diagnostics and customer support.
• Manage spare parts, documentation, and daily reporting.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and perform risk assessments.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve system design and performance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

IT skills (Excel, Outlook, networking)

Customer support

Education

Qualification in electrical or electro-mechanical engineering

Level 3 Electrical Installation (City & Guilds/EAL or equivalent)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2018 + A2:2022)

Job description

We are partnering with a rapidly expanding IPP that has recently secured £200m in investment to grow its energy storage operations across the UK and Europe.

They're now looking to hire several BESS Field Service Technicians, Engineers, and Managers (junior to senior levels) to join their team.

The Role

Maintain and service Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to high operational standards.

Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.

Support system commissioning, software updates, and performance monitoring.

Provide remote and on-site diagnostics and customer support.

Manage spare parts, documentation, and daily reporting.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and perform risk assessments.

Collaborate with engineering teams to improve system design and performance.

Requirements

• Qualification in electrical or electro-mechanical engineering.
• Level 3 Electrical Installation (City & Guilds/EAL or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2018 + A2:2022).
• Experience in renewable energy (Solar, Wind, or BESS preferred).
• Strong troubleshooting and IT skills (Excel, Outlook, networking basics).
• ECS card or equivalent site safety certification.
• Willingness to travel and occasionally stay overnight.