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Our competitive package offers a wide range of benefits and rewards.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Hub Operations Manager, you will oversee daily operations and maintenance activities on a number of renewable energy assets (primarily wind) in a geographically defined area, with flexibility to operate beyond that region to meet business needs. The role is based on a windfarm in the Campbeltown area, Scotland; you must live within one hour of this location. Working from home and open to travel with overnight stays as required, you will support the Asset Management Team in maintaining statutory, safety, quality, and environmental standards, conduct site inspections, and assist the Hub Operations Manager in meeting contractual obligations.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure all site tasks are carried out under the RES Site Rules, Business Management System and Wind Turbine Safety Rules.
- Provide first‑line response to significant defects and any emergencies in an expeditious manner to support the Site Operations Management team.
- Perform asset inspections of generating equipment, civil and site electrical systems according to an inspection schedule.
- Conduct contractor compliance checks and ensure adherence to safe systems of work.
- Inform the Hub Operations Manager promptly of issues and operational risks to avoid impacts.
- Prioritise tasks in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment and take responsibility for successful delivery while observing the highest safety standards.
- Travel on an ad‑hoc basis, occasionally at short notice, and be open to nights away from home as required.
- Follow company‑defined processes and procedures, remaining flexible to change, including asset allocation and area of responsibility.
- Assist the Hub Operations Manager in ensuring each asset complies with all applicable regulations.
- Maintain general housekeeping and facility amenities during scheduled site presence.
- Identify cost‑saving opportunities and add value across the portfolio.
- Embrace the RES values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration and Excellence (PACE).
Essential Knowledge
- Understanding of how a windfarm operates.
- Basic knowledge of Health & Safety and its application in the workplace.
- Awareness of ISO requirements is an advantage but not essential.
Required Skills
- Proactive, self‑motivated, and hardworking.
- Positive attitude with a desire to succeed.
- Ability to prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Tenacious and determined to achieve goals.
- High integrity and professionalism.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in remote locations.
- Competent with Microsoft Office and IT systems; further training in SCADA, communications, networks, and databases will be provided.
Experience
- Practical experience as a wind turbine technician is an advantage.
- Responsible and mature approach to work.
- Experience dealing with multiple clients or involved in planning submissions.
- Experience in an operations environment supervising contractors or third parties.
- Ability to adapt and evolve plans in a fast‑paced environment.
- Strong task prioritisation skills.
Qualifications
- Level 3 in a relevant subject with demonstrable transferable skills (preferred but not essential).
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Additional Information
All candidates must be available for face‑to‑face interviews. The position will be open for one week from 1st May to 15th May.
At RES, we celebrate difference as we believe it makes our company a great place to work. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives so we can build teams that solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients.
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