Renewables Energy Operations/Site Manager (m/w/d)

Natural Power is seeking a Renewables Energy Operations/Site Manager in Newham, UK. Oversee daily operations of renewable energy sites, ensuring safety compliance and effective maintenance. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible working options, and generous annual leave. Become a Renewables Energy Operations/Site Manager with Natural Power in Newham, UK. Oversee daily operations of renewable energy sites, ensuring safety compliance and effective maintenance. Collaborate with asset managers and contractors while enjoying competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and generous annual leave. Join a pioneering team dedicated to a greener future in renewable energy.

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Natural Power

Company Overview

Name

Natural Power

Headquarters

Castle Douglas, Scotland, United Kingdom

Founded

1995

Size

Approximately 500 employees globally (source: rocketreach.co). Revenue figures vary, with estimates around $386.7 million, though no public confirmation exists for 2023+ (source: rocketreach.co).

What They Do

Natural Power specializes in consultancy and services across a wide range of renewable energy sectors, including onshore wind, offshore wind, solar PV, energy storage, renewable heat, hydro, wave, and tidal energy. They provide comprehensive lifecycle support, from feasibility studies and planning to construction, operations, asset management, and due diligence (source: naturalpower.com). Their core offerings encompass expert planning, environmental assessments, project management, and innovative products such as the ControlCentre, which currently manages 11.5GW of renewable energy assets, including a significant portion of the UK's onshore wind and battery storage (source: naturalpower.com). With a presence in over 50 countries, Natural Power targets developers, investors, lenders, and operators, particularly in Europe and North America, while also exploring emerging markets in Africa (source: naturalpower.com). Their independent status allows them to provide unbiased advice on complex projects, leveraging over 30 years of experience and in-house innovations like AI-accelerated wind turbine inspections (source: naturalpower.com).

Projects & Track Record

Natural Power has an impressive track record, having supported projects totaling nearly 215,000 MW of installed capacity across more than 50 countries. They played a pivotal role in early UK milestones, including consenting the first 50MW Section 36 onshore wind project and Scotland's first onshore wind farm in 1996 (source: naturalpower.com). Recent notable projects include the BNRG solar projects in Ireland, contributing to the country's 2GW solar milestone, and a 20MW standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) in California's Mojave Desert, which was commissioned in under a year (source: naturalpower.com). Ongoing projects include the construction management of Scotland's 33.4MW Mill Rig Wind Farm, which will power approximately 45,000 homes, and technical due diligence for a 4GW UK transmission-connected BESS portfolio (source: naturalpower.com). Their client base includes significant players like TagEnergy and Ardian, showcasing their strong partnerships in the renewable sector (source: naturalpower.com).

Recent Developments

In December 2025, Natural Power expanded its footprint in Germany's renewable market by acquiring Munich-based renerco plan consult (source: naturalpower.com). The company has been actively involved in due diligence for TagEnergy's acquisition of four 300MW Scottish wind projects in November 2025, further solidifying its role in the renewable energy landscape (source: naturalpower.com). Additionally, they advised on financing for Green Genius's 182MWp Lithuanian solar projects, demonstrating their expertise in international renewable financing (source: naturalpower.com). The launch of the expanded ControlCentre in May 2025, which is now the UK's largest independent renewable control room managing 11.5GW, marks a significant milestone for the company (source: naturalpower.com). Overall, Natural Power's turnover rose by 16% year-over-year, driven by growth in UK onshore wind and battery storage projects (source: cbinsights.com).

Working There

Natural Power offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including planning, environmental services, project management, and engineering for solar PV, energy storage, and wind projects. Their teams are involved in significant projects, such as managing 4GW BESS portfolios and operating control rooms (source: naturalpower.com). The company is actively hiring across its offices, particularly in the newly expanded Glasgow hub, which opened in January 2025, and its Castle Douglas headquarters (source: naturalpower.com). Natural Power fosters a collaborative culture focused on innovative problem-solving and ambitious teamwork, aiming to lead in the renewable energy sector (source: naturalpower.com). While specific benefits are not detailed, the company emphasizes investments in staff development and a supportive work environment, as evidenced by their eco-office and advanced control room facilities (source: naturalpower.com). Current job opportunities can be found on their careers page (source: naturalpower.com).

Contact

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Last updated on 2025-12-26 | Report an issue

Job Description

At Natural Power, we have been pioneers of positive renewable change for 25 years. If you’re looking for a job in the renewable energy industry, we could be just the place to advance your career.

We are looking to recruit a Renewables Energy Operation/Site Manager in the Northwest of England. This is due to the expansion of our site management and HV services in this location.

You’ll join our Site Management Team within the wider Operations & Asset Management department-a multi-disciplinary group dedicated to getting the most from our clients’ assets. You’ll be home-based but hands-on in the field, collaborating with asset managers, clients, service providers, and contractors to deliver operational safety, inspections, maintenance, and emergency response.

What you’ll be doing

Overseeing the day-to-day operation of renewable energy sites
Reviewing and approving contractor Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and ensuring compliance with safety requirements
Inducting and verifying competency of all site personnel
Developing risk assessments and SSOW for site activities
Recording, reporting, and following up on incidents and near misses
Planning and managing preventative maintenance schedules
Conducting routine site inspections and producing reports
Maintaining essential site documentation (H&S plans, environmental plans, O&M manuals, as-built drawings, etc.)
Operating and maintaining HV and LV electrical systems, managing permits, and liaising with network operators
Supporting integration of new assets into operations
Participating in the on-call rota for 24/7 operational support

What you’ll bring

HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering/technical discipline
Hands-on experience in maintenance, fault finding, or repair of electro-mechanical systems
Knowledge of HV/LV electrical systems and Health & Safety legislation
Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
Full UK driving licence

Nice to have

IOSH/NEBOSH qualification
Renewables sector experience
Familiarity with wind turbine technology and operations

Why join us?

For over 25 years, we’ve been pioneers in renewable energy-driven by innovation, expertise, and a mission for a greener future. You’ll be part of a collaborative, expert team shaping the future of clean energy. Alongside competitive pay, overtime, and shift allowances (SAP to multi-Feed SAP to 33Kv authorisation (12-18 Months Service) earnings can increase on average £10,000 due to Overtime and shift allowances), we offer:

Generous annual leave
Flexible working options
Pension
Employee Assistance Programme
Personal insurances
Optional health plans, discounts, and salary sacrifice schemes

Diversity and Inclusion

Natural Power is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

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