Prepare for Operations Manager

EDF (UK); City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EDF Power Solutions is seeking a Prepare for Operations Manager to help optimise our onshore wind portfolio, focusing on performance, safety and readiness for investment decisions.

You will bridge Asset Management, Operations, Development and Construction to ensure seamless transitions, lead commercial negotiations, and guide readiness processes across projects in the UK.

This hybrid role involves travel to sites in the UK and abroad and requires strong PM, risk, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in onshore wind with asset management and readiness.
• Ability to evaluate risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Commercial and contractual negotiation experience.
• Ability to review technical proposals, designs and drawings.
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel domestically/internationally.

Responsibilities

• Be an influential member of the Onshore Wind Asset Ops Leadership Team reporting to the Head of Onshore Asset Ops.
• Bridge between Asset Management/Operations and Development, Construction & Strategy teams for the End to End Business unit.
• Ensure Operations Strategies are in place for the pipeline of projects ahead of investment decisions.
• Facilitate seamless transitions from Development & Construction to Operations.
• Lead readiness planning to operate and manage project risks.
• Lead contractual and commercial negotiations with clients and suppliers.
• Define and lead virtual cross-functional teams to deliver projects and processes.
• Monitor readiness processes and embed lessons learned into future project design.

Skills

Wind industry

Asset management

Operational readiness

Project management

Commercial negotiations

Technical evaluation

Driving licence

Travel willingness

Job description

About The Role

Help shape the future of renewable energy as part of EDF power solutions. We’re looking for a Prepare for Operations Manager to play a key role in the performance, safety and optimisation of our onshore wind portfolio, supporting our ambition to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future.

Location, Working Pattern and Travel

This is a hybrid role with time spent at our #Durham or #Edinburgh offices, alongside home working. The role will also involve occasional visits to operational sites or partners in the UK and internationally.

What You'll Be Doing

As Prepare for Operations Manager, you will:

• Be an influential member of the Onshore Wind Asset Ops Leadership Team reporting directly to the Head of Onshore Asset Ops.
• Be responsible for bridging between the Asset Management / Operations teams and the Development, Construction & Strategy teams for the End to End Business unit.
• Ensure suitable Operations Strategies are in place for the pipeline of projects (development, construction and M&A) ahead of investment decisions and assure the operational assumptions.
• Ensure each project seamlessly transitions out of the care of Development & Construction into Operations, in line with its Operations Strategy and investment case.
• Ensure that the Operational and Support teams have planned and prepared readiness to operate and control project risks.
• Lead contractual and commercial negotiations for operational contracts with clients and suppliers, working with procurement and various subject matter experts.
• Define and lead virtual teams (from across the organisation) to deliver projects and process. In the future, you may also undertake direct line management duties.
• Monitor and refine the Operational readiness processes at a portfolio and project level ensuring lessons are learned and embedded into future project design.
• Review and assess technical proposals, designs, calculations, drawings and supporting documentation
• As a manager, you will role model positive leadership behaviours in line with our values and promote high standards of Health, safety, environment and compliance.

What Do You Need to Be Great at This Role?

• A background in the onshore wind industry with operational asset management experience, including operational readiness and O&M activities
• The ability to evaluate and communicate risks and opportunities whilst implementing appropriate control and mitigation measures
• Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to influence effectively at all levels
• Strong commercial and contractual experience and the ability to negotiate and present objective recommendations regarding contract terms, values and sourcing decisions.
• The ability to review, assess and approve technical proposals, design information, calculations, drawings and operational documentation
• Knowledge of relevant HSE legislation together with a full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to EDF power solutions sites nationally and internationally

Why Join EDF Power Solutions?

At EDF power solutions, you'll be part of a team delivering renewable energy projects that make a real difference. We value collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, creating an environment where people can develop their careers while contributing to the UK's net zero journey.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Salary And Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Closing Date 25th October

Join us, and let’s do good together.