Renewable Energy Operations Site Manager

Natural Power; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Private Health Plans

Job summary

Natural Power is seeking a Renewable Energy Operation/Site Manager in South Yorkshire, preferably near York. The manager will oversee high-voltage operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while leading a multi-disciplinary team.

The role includes managing documentation, conducting site inspections, and maintaining preventative maintenance schedules. The company offers a competitive benefits package, a collaborative environment, and opportunities for career advancement in the renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Ability to develop safe systems of work for site management.

Responsibilities

• Review contractor safety systems to ensure compliance.
• Conduct routine site inspections and maintain documentation.
• Participate in an on-call rota for 24-hour support.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Site Management

High-Voltage Operations

Risk Assessment

Preventative Maintenance

Emergency Response

Education

Relevant qualifications in renewable energy or site management

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Renewable Energy Operation/Site Manager in the Yorkshire region, ideally based in the York area although other close by locations can be considered. This is due to the expansion of our site management and HV services in this region. The Site Management Team sits within the wider Operations & Asset Management team. Our multi-disciplinary team will help clients get the most from their assets and keep them safe, reliable, and compliant. Our team are home-based with site visits.

Who are we looking for and why work at Natural Power?

Our Team

The Site Management Team sits within the wider Operations & Asset Management team. Our multi-disciplinary team will help clients get the most from their assets and keep them safe, reliable, and compliant.

Our team of home-based site managers works closely with our asset managers, clients, service providers, and project stakeholders, primarily delivering field services to effectively manage operational safety, inspections, electrical network operations, maintenance, and emergency response activities.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Review and critique contractor safe systems of work (SSOW) and ensure compliance with the relevant work management process and site‑specific requirements. Ensure all personnel engaged with works on site are inducted and competent to undertake the work. Development of SSOW for site management activities and completion of appropriate risk assessments.
• Ensure all accidents, incidents and near hits are recorded, reported, correctly documented and follow‑up actions are managed.
• Develop and manage site planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules to ensure timely completion of planned works and compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Completion of routine site inspections and completion of associated checklists and reports.
• Completion of daily, weekly and monthly reports as required. Attendance at project operations and team meetings.
• Maintenance of site documentation, including H&S Plan, Environmental Management Plan, PPM Schedule, Equipment List, O&M documents and As‑Built Drawings.
• Achieve and maintain appointments under the relevant Safety Rules for the location(s) within area of operations.
• Operation and maintenance of high‑voltage (HV) and low‑voltage (LV) electrical apparatus. Management of permit‑to‑work system in accordance with the Natural Power Safe Working Standards and Application of the relevant SSOW, including wind turbine safety rules (WTSR) and relevant Approved HV Safety Rules. Liaison with distribution network operators and transmission licensees regarding site outages and works close to system boundaries.
• Participation in an on‑call rota, providing 24‑hour support for location(s) within area of operations and to other areas.
• Support the adoption and integration of new sites or equipment, working with other business functions and/or Clients as required.

General Responsibilities

• Health & Safety: All employees are required to adhere to Health & Safety Regulations and ensure best practice is met by both them and by their colleagues.
• Quality: All employees are expected to work within the systems, processes and procedures outlined within the department and / or company handbooks or software platforms or training manuals.
• Flexibility: A reasonable degree of flexibility is required from all employees to meet the needs of the role, the department and the wider company.

After SAP to multi‑Feed SAP to 33Kv authorisation (12‑18 Months Service) earnings can increase on average £10,000 due to Overtime and shift allowances.

We will offer an engaging, collaborative and fast‑paced environment and an excellent benefits package, including

Generous Annual Leave, Flexible Working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Personal Insurances and a selection of elective benefits which include Private Health Plans, Discounts and Salary Sacrifice options.

Our work and culture

We have been pioneers of positive renewable change at Natural Power for 30 years. If you’re looking for a job in the renewable energy industry, we could be just the place to advance your career.

Our people are at the very heart of what we do every day. By working with us, you’ll be joining a diverse international community of experts who are innovative, inclusive and supportive of your own personal development. We also provide the highest quality of expertise, innovation and client commitment globally. These are just some of the great things you can help to deliver as part of our team.

Diversity and Inclusion

Natural Power is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

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