Operational Controller

Become an Operational Controller with Natural Power in Dumfries or Castle Douglas, UK. You'll ensure safety and compliance at renewable energy sites, respond to incidents, and manage site access. Enjoy generous annual leave and health support in a supportive environment. Join Natural Power as an Operational Controller in Dumfries or Castle Douglas, UK, and play a vital role in ensuring the safety and compliance of renewable energy sites. You'll respond to emergencies, manage site access, and monitor performance using SCADA systems. This role offers generous annual leave, flexible working, and health and wellbeing support, all while contributing to a greener future.

Natural Power Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom Castle Douglas, United Kingdom On-site Full Time UTC+00:00

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).

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Job Description

At Natural Power, we’ve been supporting the global renewable energy transition for over 30 years. From wind farms to solar and battery storage, our teams manage more than 200 sites across the UK and Europe.

Our Control Centre is at the heart of operations, delivering 24/7 monitoring, health and safety coordination, grid code services, and high-voltage support. We’re now looking for an Operational Controller to join this busy and dynamic team.

About the Role

As an Operational Controller, you’ll play a key role in keeping renewable energy sites safe, compliant, and running smoothly. From responding to incidents, to managing site access, to monitoring performance, no two days will be the same. You’ll be part of the first line of response, working closely with engineers, technicians, asset managers, and external stakeholders to ensure efficient site operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

Responding to emergencies and coordinating incident response
Managing site access and ensuring safety procedures are followed
Issuing work orders and supporting maintenance teams on site
Monitoring site performance using SCADA systems and reporting results
Maintaining accurate records and updating databases
Supporting the development of new processes and training new colleagues

What We’re Looking For

Good IT skills, confident with Microsoft Office and able to pick up new software quickly
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Flexible team player who can work within a rota system
Full UK driving licence

Desirable, but not essential:

Experience in a control-room or procedurally driven environment
ECDL qualification
Telephone call handling experience

Why Join Natural Power?

We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where safety, quality, and sustainability are at the heart of what we do. Alongside working on meaningful projects that support a greener future, you’ll benefit from: