O&M Expert Technician (m/w/d)

Become an O&M Expert Technician with Voltalia in the UK. In this hands-on supervisory role, you'll provide technical support and training to the team, ensuring safe practices and high-quality service delivery. Enjoy the opportunity to work in a diverse environment committed to sustainability and innovation. Join Voltalia as an O&M Expert Technician in the United Kingdom! In this hands-on supervisory role, you will provide technical support, mentoring, and training to the operations team. Your expertise will help address customer inquiries, conduct site visits, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards. Enjoy working in a diverse environment that values innovation and sustainability, while contributing to a greener future.

Voltalia United Kingdom On-site Full Time UTC+00:00

Voltalia

Company Overview

Name

Voltalia SA

Headquarters

Paris, France

Founded

2005

Size

Approximately 1,000 employees (source: moomoo.com). Market capitalization of about 1.3 billion euros on Euronext Paris (source: moomoo.com).

What They Do

Voltalia specializes in renewable energy, with a particular focus on wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and battery energy storage systems. The company offers a comprehensive range of services from development and engineering to construction, operation, maintenance, and asset management, for both its own facilities and third-party clients (source: moomoo.com). Approximately 99% of its revenue comes from renewable energy production in Latin America, Europe, and Africa, highlighting its commitment to sustainability and energy independence (source: triodos-im.com). Target markets include both emerging and developed countries, with clients such as network operators like EDF, and hybrid solutions integrating solar panels with storage systems to ensure grid stability (source: pv-tech.org).

Projects and Background

Notable projects by Voltalia include the 400 MW Canudos solar plant in Brazil, commissioned in 2021, and the 600 MW Serra Branca wind complex, also in Brazil, completed in 2018. In France, the 35 MW Mont de Savel wind farm was inaugurated in 2017, while the 30 MW Quinta do Anjo solar plant in Portugal was commissioned in 2020 (source: dcfmodeling.com). In 2023, Voltalia also expanded its capabilities with a 5 MW solar and 5 MW/10.6 MWh battery storage expansion in French Guiana, bringing the total capacity of the facility to 19 MW and 27 MWh (source: pv-tech.org).

Recent Developments

Over the past two years, Voltalia announced the start of construction on a 43 MW hybrid solar-storage plant in Sainte-Anne, French Guiana, expected to be completed by 2028 (source: pv-tech.org). In 2023, the company also commissioned the 5 MW expansion in French Guiana, further strengthening its presence in the region. While no major acquisitions or fundraising have been reported recently, Voltalia's public position supports ongoing investments totaling 1.4 billion euros by 2022 (source: dcfmodeling.com).

Working with Them

Voltalia offers positions in various fields such as development, engineering, construction, operation, and maintenance, with career opportunities primarily based at its headquarters in Paris and its international sites, including Brazil and French Guiana (source: triodos-im.com). The company culture emphasizes local hiring and assessing social accessibility, as well as environmental impact studies for all projects. While specific benefits are not detailed, operations in diverse regions suggest opportunities in project-based roles supporting global expansion (source: triodos-im.com).

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Job Description

As an Independent Power Producer, Voltalia operates in over 20 countries, developing, building, and maintaining renewable energy projects and services across five key technologies: solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and storage. Backed by the AFM Group, a globally recognized, family-owned investment group, we benefit from long-term stability and a shared commitment to sustainable growth.

By the end of 2024, our operational and under-construction capacity reached 3.3 gigawatts-a 14% increase since 2023. With 1,500 employees worldwide, we thrive in a fast-moving environment driven by adaptability, innovation, and collaboration.

In our company, your work directly contributes to a more sustainable world. Whether you're driving projects forward, optimizing operations, or leading strategic initiatives, you're contributing to our mission to improve the global environment and foster local development.

At Voltalia, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, whatever your race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, age, disability, sexual orientation, and experience. In our company, diversity drives innovation and contributes to a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Ready to make an impact? Bring your energy-let's power a sustainable future together!

Your Missions

Voltalia's subsidiary for the O&M and EPC third party services, is looking for experienced O&M Expert Technician to support our O&M Operations Team in United Kingdom.

Our O&M Expert Technician is a hands-on supervisory role, providing technical support, mentoring, skills training and supervision for the technician(s) on site. With their experience, knowledge and technical skills, the O&M Expert Technician will work alongside technicians to respond to the service needs as assigned by the Area Coordinator.

As an expert in their field, you will work supportively with the team and the customer to address technical challenges and complete maintenance activities as per service level requirements, communicating with the Area Coordinator to support service delivery, team operations and planning.

The O&M Expert Technician will be required to:

Assist the O&M Area Coordinator in their coordination of the team, tools and equipment; ensuring resources are more than sufficient for meeting the requirements of the work, regarding implementation and contract management for the O&M of PV plants;
Address customer inquiries and provide technical support;
Conduct site visits to assess and resolve customer issues;
Supervise the implementation of the maintenance plans and provide support for the teams; ensuring safe working practices are followed and adhered to at all times;
Promote and supervise the implementation of the procedures and guidelines provided by the Company within the technician team(s);
Support the communication, implementation and adherence to Electrical Safety Rules, good practices, legal, HSE requirements within the technician team;
Perform regular on-site technical inspections of the technical team, reviewing skills and competency and making training recommendations as per guidance;
Support the coordination of the technical team; providing follow-up reports and feedback on the services provided by the O&M field team and subcontractors.
Implement quality control measures to maintain high standards.
Support the coordination between on-site teams and Remote Services (RO&ME);
Participate with O&M Technicians in the hands-on tasks, preventative maintenance and/or corrective activities for troubleshooting and diagnosing failures (as required);
To participate in an on-call Rota as and when required; ensuring compliance with policies, procedures and legal requirements at all times.

Qualifications & Experiences

Degree/ HND or equivalent in electrical engineering or related technical discipline is essential;
JIB/ECS Gold Card certifications is mandatory;
5 years demonstrated electrical engineering experience in the solar industry;
Formal electrical qualifications - 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and City & Guilds Inspection and Testing;
Experience of maintenance management processes and systems;
High Voltage Systems Knowledge: Experience with high voltage systems and maintenance, ideally with HVAP1 training or higher;
Knowledge of Utility Scale Technical Design (PV systems);
Proficient user of Microsoft Office and IT systems;
Availability to travel within the designated area of the UK for limited periods and at short notice;
Full UK Driving Licence, necessary for travelling to sites in and around the designated UK area;
Candidates must provide proof of their legal right to work in the UK.

Key Skills

Customer orientated/ Customer service skills / Quality of service;
Proactive and positive attitude;
Ability to take responsibility;
Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail;
Open to change; and positive solution focused mentality;
Teamwork spirit;
Coordination and excellent supervisory skills.

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