O&M Operations Manager – Solar & BESS
Location: SW and SE (Hybrid)
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Sector: Renewable Energy - Solar & Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
Description
We are working with a Global Renewable Energy Business who specialise in Solar & BESS to find an Operations Manager to join their team.
As an Operations Manager, you’ll be responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a portfolio of Solar and BESS O&M contracts. Your key objectives will be to:
* Maximise energy production from client assets
* Improve maintenance efficiency
* Ensure full compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
This is a permanent role, primarily office-based with regular site travel and some weekend on-call requirements. A company vehicle allowance, laptop, tablet, and mobile phone will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
* First point of contact for the O&M service, providing clients with updates and information. Delivering 24/7 in line with contractual requirements.
* Create and implement maintenance schedules aligned with contracts and manufacturer guidance.
* Line manages engineering teams, ensuring strict HSQE compliance.
* Review RAMS, permits, and procedures.
* Lead site adoption processes and integrate new assets into maintenance systems.
* Oversee tools, vehicles, and equipment needs.
* Ensure reactive callouts and emergencies are handled efficiently.
* Maintain relationships with clients, DNOs, asset owners, and internal teams.
* Support investigations and drive performance improvement.
* Own P&L responsibilities, invoicing, and supplier payment processes.
* Manage CMMS and quality systems.
* Liaising with external stakeholders such as Internal depts, Asset management teams, DNO and asset owner.
* Act as first point of contact for client reporting.
* Develop and lead team appraisals, onboarding, and ongoing development.
Knowledge & Experience
* Deep knowledge of UK LV electrical asset legislation and O&M standards (e.g. HSG230)
* Proven commercial and contractual management skills
* Track record in managing ISO9001-compliant systems
* Experience leading engineering teams and multi-site portfolios
* Familiarity with utility-scale solar farms
* Knowledge of battery energy storage systems
Qualifications
* Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent experience
* IOSH Managing Safely or CITB SMSTS (or equivalent)
* Full UK driving licence
Benefits
* £60,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance
* Flexible/hybrid working model
* 24 days holiday plus bank holidays - with buy/sell options
* Company pension scheme and private healthcare
* Enhanced family leave and 4 volunteering days per year
* Discounted green travel
* Ongoing training, development, and career progression
Contacts
macy.carroll@h9technical.co.uk
0161 529 5421