Technical Control Room Operator

Job Description

We're offering an exciting opportunity for a Technical Control Room Operator to join and help lead our Renewables Control Centre. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure the safe and efficient operation of renewable assets on a global scale. Your responsibilities will include overseeing site access control, monitored handovers of plants, real-time performance tracking, safety compliance, and remote monitoring using operation management software for BESS, Wind and Solar PV technology. If you're detail-oriented, have strong analytical and communication skills, and thrive in a dynamic work environment, we encourage you to be a vital part of our team.

What you will do

• You will be responsible for facilitating controlled visitor access to sites, ensuring effective and transparent communication.
• You will be responsible for monitoring renewable assets through cutting-edge SCADA systems and our operational management software, promptly addressing alarms and faults.
• You will be responsible for maintaining up-to-date work control records and comprehensive plant life history records.
• You will play a crucial role in day-to-day work, ensuring the safe release of plants under the appropriate safe system of work, performing the role of Technical Control Room Operator under the relevant Wind Turbine Safety Rules.
• You will be responsible for fostering clear and efficient communication with O&M Contractors, customers, and external partners.
• You will act as a central point of contact for health and safety-related incidents, swiftly escalating and reporting when necessary.
• You will be responsible for keeping a vigilant eye on weather forecasts, issuing timely alerts when needed to ensure safety.
• You will be a driving force in continuous improvement, contributing to the evolution and enhancement of our Control Centre services and processes to shape the future of renewable energy.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience of working in a Control Centre environment or working with SCADA systems within power generation.
• Knowledge of Wind Turbine safety rules and safe systems of work.
• Fully IT literate.
• The ability to work with multiple systems and processes.
• The ability to remain calm and apply logical and structured thinking and actions in high pressure situations.
• A strong team player with excellent collaboration skills, who can effectively work with colleagues to achieve common goals and promote a positive work environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.

Working Hours

Full-time position with a rotating shift pattern.

Covering core hours between 06:00 - 20:00 on weekdays and 08:30 - 16:30 on weekends.

What's in it for you?

• Private Health Insurance.
• Life Assurance Cover.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Flexible Working Environment.
• Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme.
• Excellent Company Culture.
• Mental Health First Aid support.
• Employee Assistance Programme which provides all employees with 24/7 access to telephone and online counselling.
• Access to an online benefits portal which includes travel and shopping discounts, healthy living advice & a financial well-being resource bank.
• Cycle 2 Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (eligibility after 12 months employment).

Benefits can vary depending on the location and are not legally binding.