RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Operations & Maintenance

This role will cover sites in the UK - Midlands and Southwest England.

(Nottingham/Derby) (Worcester/Coventry) (Tewkesbury/Gloucester/Bristol), Within reasonable commute to remote sites

The Solar & Battery Storage Technician is a field-based role performing operations and maintenance tasks on utility-scale battery storage plants and ground mounted solar PV plants.You will ensure the multiple sites achieve outstanding levels of safety, quality and performance at a cost that meets operational budget, as part of an industry-leading team of renewable energy specialists.
As a Site Maintenance Technician you will contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the Solar Farm asset by undertaking a variety of field duties associated with routine inspections, service and maintenance of solar structure and general maintenance. You will support the Solar and BESS Electrical Technician with electrical and mechanical works as required to ensure an effective and efficient electrical installation and operations. Contributing to a safe workplace through high level of maintenance.
A company vehicle, smart phone and laptop/tablet will be provided. RWE provides a comprehensive package of benefits including contributory pension, private health insurance and investment in role specific training. You will opportunity to develop to competent technician under the RWE Operational Safety Rules.
For team members who embody our values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration and Excellence, the opportunities for growth are huge.

About the role

• Reporting to the Solar & Storage O&M Site Manager, you will:
• Follow and manage health and safety requirements and help to maintain and improve safety standards across the sites
• Undertake planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements
• Inspect, test, maintain, and troubleshoot solar PV & battery storage electrical and mechanical equipment
• Keep accurate maintenance records and compile reports
• Keep in close communication with the O&M office and team functions
• Travel between the sites and offices
• Occasionally work away from home for training courses and travel to other sites for up to 1 week at a time using the RWE accommodation and subsistence allowances
• Ensure landscape management as outlined in the Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan (HMMP) in order to maintain the enhanced and created habitats for Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
• Occasionally assist with ground maintenance, cleaning or mechanical work
• Induct and manage sub-contractors, ensure their safe working and undertake quality checks on their work
• Other tasks determined by the role

Job Requirements and experience

• Full UK driving licence
• First aid qualifications
• Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS, CSCS)
• Understanding of Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Working with equipment vendors to support diagnosis of faults
• Experience working remotely
• Solar PV installation and O&M experience
• Battery storage installation and O&M experience is desirable

Advantageous, but not essential

• Good knowledge and understanding of solar PV technology
• Good knowledge and understanding of HVAC, fire protection, security systems is desirable
• Good knowledge and understanding of battery storage technology, although training can be given in this area
• Principles of High Voltage operations desirable
• RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment - we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. Even if you don't have all the above skills, need flexible working arrangements or other adjustments not yet listed here, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Benefits

• Financial benefits: In purely financial terms, with a competitive salary, RWE is worth working for.
• Flexible working: RWE helps you to balance the demands of the professional and the personal life, with options including flexible working hours and mobile working.
• Personal development: A key to long-term success lies in keeping your professional expertise fully up to date. At RWE, you'll have access to an impressive array of opportunities for personal development through training and further education. Take your pick from a range of learning opportunities that include specialised training activities, blended learning, peer counselling and mentoring. Put together the package that is right for you. It is an unmissable opportunity to individually customise and develop your future.
• You will be part of an ambitious, supportive, intercultural team
• Family medical cover

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 87809, application period: 27/09/2024
Any questions? Contact HR: Lee Harbin, lee.harbin@rwe.com

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

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