Operations Manger - HV Services

James Fisher and Sons plc; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking an Operations Manager for HV Services, UK-based with a flexible location. You will lead strategic operational delivery across WTG, Solar and HV cable service lines, owning P&L and driving safety, quality and service excellence.

You will partner with Operations Leads and Project Managers, oversee budgets, resource planning and risk management, and champion HSEQ standards while maintaining strong client engagement and reporting in accordance with contracts.

Qualifications

• Advanced technical knowledge of HV systems up to 400kV (familiar with WTG, Solar or HV cable systems).
• Experience in budget and P&L ownership.
• Proven track record in HSEQ compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety culture across all HV service operations.
• Hold full P&L accountability for HV service operations and projects.
• Drive sustainable profitability through operational efficiency and margin optimisation.
• Manage portfolio wide operational risks and report on risk for projects.
• Oversee quality of inspection, maintenance, fault response and operations across HV services.
• Lead and develop Project Managers and Engineers assigned to HV Services Projects.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Excellent communication

Leadership

Client relationships

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Formal reporting

Job description

About the Role

Operations Manager - HV Services

Permanent position

UK based - location is flexible

The Role:

The Operations Manager for HV Services is accountable for the strategic operational leadership, P&L performance and service excellence across James Fisher Renewables' portfolio of HV Service projects within WTG, Solar and Cable service lines.
The role will provide leadership in planning and execution while ensuring safe, structured and efficient delivery of planned and unplanned works. The Operations Manager will work with the Operations Lead(s) and Project Manager(s) to ensure that the project P&L is well managed with cost efficient delivery of Operations and services.
The role will champion HSEQ standards and maintain strong customer engagement through regular communications and monthly meetings, ensuring alignment with contract obligations, asset management strategies and operational excellence.

Key Duties and responsibilities:

Safety and Compliance Leadership:

• Champion safety culture across all HV service operations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in HSEQ performance across the portfolio.
• Interface with HV technical authority on safety and governance standards.

P&L Management:

• Hold full P&L accountability for HV service operations and projects.
• Drive sustainable profitability through operational efficiency and margin optimisation.
• Manage Operational budgets and resource allocation across the portfolio.
• Deliver financial performance in line with budget targets and strategic plans.

Operations Excellence and Service Delivery:

• Ensure consistent delivery of Operations and Projects in line with JFR Operating
• processes across WTG, Solar and cable service lines.
• Manage portfolio wide operational risks and manage risk reporting for associated
• Projects.
• Oversee quality of inspection, maintenance, fault response and operational activities
• across the HV services portfolio.
• Maintain industry leading performance standards and customer satisfaction.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and develop Project Managers and Engineers assigned to HV Services Projects.
• Provide strategic direction to WTG, Solar and Cable teams.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on safety, quality and customer excellence.
• Drive capability development and succession planning within the team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with WTG generators and owners,
• Solar/BESS system owners and HV cable client portfolio.

Business Development Support:

• Support business development activities for HV services on WTG, Solar and cable
• Projects.
• Contribute technical and operational expertise to tender processes.
• Develop and drive innovative service delivery models and operational approaches.
• Identify and develop new service opportunities within existing client relationships.

What we're looking for:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Demonstrated Management experience
• Ability to manage client relationships and lead technical discussions
• Strong leadership and mentoring capability
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships
• Comfortable with formal reporting

Key skills, knowledge and experience:

Advanced technical knowledge of HV systems up to 400kV (familiar with WTG, Solar or HV cable systems).
Experience in budget and P&L ownership.
Proven track record in HSEQ compliance and operational excellence.

Why join us?

Competitive benefits tailored to the division.
Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation.
A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions.
Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability.

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the world's most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers' assets.

In the Energy Division, we provide safe, efficient solutions across oil & gas and renewables - from well support and full-field decommissioning to integrated services for offshore wind and expert subsea inspection, repair, and maintenance. Our work helps operators extend asset life, reduce downtime, and respond rapidly to operational challenges, driving the global shift toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Visit our website at: www.james-fisher.com

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.