LTSA Service Manager

Csestorage; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Training programs

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company seeks an LTSA Service Manager in the United Kingdom to manage the full-service delivery of Long-Term Service Agreements for utility-scale battery energy storage projects. The role involves client management, contract execution, and oversight of performance across multiple sites. Candidates should possess an Engineering degree and at least 5 years of project management experience in renewable energy. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential for success in this multifaceted role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in project management in renewable energy.
• Strong negotiation and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations for service agreements.
• Review maintenance reports and ensure compliance.
• Manage service providers and oversee performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Project Management

Communication

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical or Mechanical)

Tools

MS 365

Microsoft Project

Job description

LTSA Service Manager page is loaded## LTSA Service Managerremote type: Hybridlocations: United Kingdom - Remotetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: 10000916At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.### LTSA Service Manager UK### ### e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. The Company offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future. e-STORAGE has successfully implemented over 3.3 GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China. This significant accomplishment solidifies e-STORAGE's position as a key player in the global energy storage integration industry. Currently, the Company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity of approaching 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy.### ### For additional information about e-STORAGE, visit### ### Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is now one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 22 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects across the world. Currently, the Company has approximately 700 MWp of solar power projects in operation, 8 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 17 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipeline. In addition, the Company has a total battery storage project development pipeline of 52 GWh, including approximately 2 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 50 GWh at advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry.### ### For additional information about Canadian Solar, visit### ### **Position Title:** LTSA Service Manager### **Department:** Project Implementation & Long-Term Service### **Entity:** CS e-STORAGE### **Reports To:** Director of Service### **Location:** United Kingdom### ### **Position Summary:**### The **LTSA Service Manager** is responsible for the full-service delivery lifecycle of Long-Term Service Agreements (LTSAs) across utility-scale BESS projects. This includes client management, contract execution, service provider oversight, performance reporting, site operations, spare parts management, and warranty claims.### This is a multifaceted service leadership role requiring strong technical and commercial acumen, hands-on operational coordination, and the ability to manage performance across multiple active sites. The position serves as a key point of contact for clients, operations and suppliers, ensuring that projects meet all contractual, safety, and performance standards.### ### **Responsibilities:**### * ### Lead the negotiation of LTSA's with the client / owner and Sub-LTSA's with service providers.* ### Prepare and review detailed scopes of work for service providers and equipment suppliers.* ### Ensure that sites are operated in accordance with contractual requirements including achieving capacity and availability guarantees.* ### Manage service providers and equipment suppliers ensuring maintenance requirements are being completed to maintain equipment uptime in accordance with contractual obligations and manufacturers specifications.* ### Recommend opportunities to improve operational efficiencies.* ### Review and approve maintenance reports.* ### Determine spare part requirements and ensure spare part inventory is tracked and processed.* ### Analyze performance data determining root cause and performance trends.* ### Review monthly reports from service providers.* ### Assist with preparation of monthly reports to client / owner and present performance metrics and KPI's.* ### Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.* ### Conduct project postmortems and create recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.* ### Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.* ### Ensure all environmental, health and safety policies and procedures are followed.* ### Complete other duties and projects as assigned.* ### Manage contractors and their performance.* ### Assisting with the capacity and balancing testing of batteries.* ### Manage liquidated damages and excludable events.* ### Serve as the primary client-facing representative, attending client meetings and managing queries.* ### Work alongside the operations service manager, field services supervisor and coordinator to ensure technicians are completing work to client expectation.* ### Create and manage monthly operations reports and other management reports.* ### Monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).* ### Oversee the management of Preventative, Corrective, and Reactive maintenance.### ### **Qualifications and Experience:**### * ### Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) degree or diploma* ### Minimum 5 years' experience in project management in renewable power generation or service environment that includes electrical, controls, and network communication systems.* ### Strong negotiation, facilitation, risk management and consensus building skills.* ### Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage power systems and photovoltaic or Energy Storage system applications is an asset.* ### Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally and influence positively a diverse group of executives, managers, and subject matter experts.* ### Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and execute in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a strong ownership mentality.* ### Professional-level capabilities with project management tools (e.g., MS 365 and Microsoft Project)* ### Must possess a valid UK driving licence with a clean driving record.* ### Must be able to travel to domestic locations as needed per project.* ### Ability to function successfully both independently and within a team.* ### Demonstrated