Hybrid O&M Manager: Solar, Storage & Private Wire

EDF (UK); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Electric vehicle leasing

Private healthcare

Extra holiday

Job summary

EDF power solutions is seeking an O&M Manager to lead the day‑to‑day operation and maintenance of a growing portfolio of solar, storage and private wire assets across the UK and Ireland. You’ll manage safety, performance and contractor relationships while guiding strategic improvements.

This hybrid role offers a competitive salary, potential annual bonus and travel across the UK; you’ll set long‑term operational strategy, manage budgets and drive efficiency within a diverse renewable energy

Qualifications

• An IOSH or NEBOSH qualification, with a strong understanding of HSE legislation and industry standards
• A degree in engineering or a related discipline, or significant equivalent experience, alongside a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles.
• Proven experience in operation and maintenance, including delivering operational performance improvements
• Experience in High Voltage and Low Voltage operating procedures and safety rules, or equivalent industry standards
• Experience managing contracts, operational budgets and cost control activities
• Experience leading teams, including setting objectives and managing performance
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel throughout the UK as required

Responsibilities

• Leading, developing and motivating a team to create a high-performing, collaborative and safety-focused culture
• Managing the safe and efficient delivery of operations and maintenance activities across solar, storage and private wire assets
• Working closely with asset management, engineering and technical teams to optimise asset performance
• Managing relationships with O&M providers, contractors, OEMs and network operators
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and regulatory requirements
• Planning and managing operational and maintenance budgets
• Leading audits, inspections and improvement initiatives across the portfolio
• Supporting the development and implementation of operational strategies and procedures
• Managing asset-specific projects and major maintenance campaigns
• Identifying opportunities to improve operational performance, reliability and efficiency

Skills

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

Electrical engineering principles

Operational budgets

Contract management

Team leadership

UK driving licence

Travel flexibility

High/Low Voltage procedures

Education

Degree in engineering or related discipline

Job description

EDF power solutions is seeking an O&M Manager to lead the day‑to‑day operation and maintenance of a growing portfolio of solar, storage and private wire assets across the UK and Ireland. You’ll manage safety, performance and contractor relationships while guiding strategic improvements.

This hybrid role offers a competitive salary, potential annual bonus and travel across the UK; you’ll set long‑term operational strategy, manage budgets and drive efficiency within a diverse renewable energy