Lead Technical Asset Manager

BayWa r.e. Operation Services Limited offers comprehensive operations and maintenance services to solar energy plants and wind plants across the UK and Ireland. We utilise our international experience as well as the expert knowledge of our local teams to deliver centralised, state-of-the-art data management and monitoring. Our commitment is to deliver our services by setting industry standards and constantly innovating to improve the value we add for our customers.

About the role

We are expanding our team and are currently looking for a Lead Technical Asset Manager who will be a key member of the Technical Asset Management Team.

What you will do

• You will be responsible for guiding and managing a team of Technical Asset Managers (TAM) and Regional Site Managers (RSM) to meet the contractual deadlines and the demands of an allocated group of wind farms.
• You will take ownership for your allocated group of wind farms and ensure successful delivery of the contracted scope of services.
• You will be responsible for setting out and reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, on set wind KPI’s to monitor the department performance.
• You will be the escalation point of contact for clients on issues at operations level, with responsibility for organising regular update calls and producing monthly reports.
• You will be required to participate in the adoption and integration of new projects into operations.
• You will support identification, selection and management of local companies to undertake works alongside the Senior Operations Manager.
• You will be responsible for ensuring works are organised to maximise performance and safe operation of the plant.
• You will be responsible for ensuring that all activities are carried out under the approved UK HSE system and/or in compliance with other industry rules and regulations including WTSR and CDM Regulations.
• You will lead on contractual/commercial matters with O+M providers (including verification of availability reports).
• You will be required to assist with regulatory issues on behalf of the client, e.g. communication with local authorities.
• You will be required to participate in and verify routine HSQE and technical audits of wind sites assets and operations.
• You will be responsible for ensuring team members tasks are planned efficiently and cost effective.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Background in Engineering or relevant discipline and proven track record in Project Management.
• Excellent line management skills, and ability to work with a variety of key stakeholders.
• Demonstrable experience in the understanding and management of contracts.
• Knowledge of wind turbine technology and operations.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems as well as analysis of technical data.
• Naturally well prepared and organised, able to deal with competing priorities, manage a diverse workload and meet targets and deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively influence and negotiate at various levels.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Due to the nature of the role, there is a requirement for a valid driving license.
• Knowledge of HV systems, UK Grid Requirements, programming for the analysis of technical data desirable.
• Understanding of UK HSQE legislation and valid IOSH or NEBOSH qualification and Project Management qualification desirable.
• Willing to travel anywhere in UK.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

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.