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 an O&M Electrician you will perform electrical and mechanical works as required to ensure an effective and efficient electrical installation and operations. On-site work in all electrical areas, to ensure compliance with electrical standards and the best possible performance of the solar or battery asset. Contributing to a safe workplace through the development, improvement and review of safe systems of work (SSoW). Recording and reporting of all works in line with systems of work.
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 have work towards Authorised Person (AP) and Senior Authorised Person (SAP) working under the RWE Operational Safety Rules.
RWE provide in-house training programme and external recognised courses. Technicians will be required to develop with training and experience to advanced industry recognised LV/HV Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP). 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
• Undertake AC and DC system testing, troubleshooting and fault-finding
• Perform reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution promptly
• Troubleshoot and repair on sensors and communication equipment including, SCADA, RS485, Ethernet and fibre optic networks.
• Configure computer-based devices and components, including firmware updates
• 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
• Achieve and maintain Authorised Person and Senior Authorised Person status determined by training received, experience gained and in line with individual job role requirements
• 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
• Approved Electrician
• Inspection and testing qualifications (C&G 2391 or 2394/5) highly valued
• First aid qualifications
• Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS, CSCS)
• Experience, reading, writing and amending Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Experience working with equipment vendors to support diagnosis of faults
• DC and LV installation, fault finding, testing and commissioning
• Experience working remotely
• Solar PV installation and O&M experience
• Battery storage installation and O&M experience is desirable
• Experience installing or maintaining ethernet and fibre optic communications
• Experience working with SCADA or data monitoring systems
• Work with Central inverters
• Work with High Voltage switchgear

Advantageous, but not essential

• Knowledge of central inverters desirable
• Technical understanding of AC, DC, SCADA, instrumentation and communications networks
• Good knowledge and understanding of solar PV technology is essential
• 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 87808, 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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