Senior Operations Manager (Solar PV)

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UKOS BayWa r.e. Operation Services Limited About the role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Operations Manager to join our team, based in Location. The role will require some UK travel. You will work alongside a diverse and supportive team to support the deliver the aims and objectives of our projects.

What you will do

• Report to the Head of Solar and guide/manage Solar O&M Lead Asset Managers and Asset Managers to meet contractual deadlines and demands.
• Ensure no LDs and provide operational excellence.
• Guide Lead Solar Analyst and team to monitor site performance and meet contractual obligations on availability reporting.
• Escalation point for clients for complex matters beyond normal expectations.
• Own the BayWa r.e. portfolio of solar farms and ensure successful delivery of scope of services and client management.
• Work with Senior Technical Operations Manager to align Asset Management, Technical/Field, and Solar analysts/monitoring teams and create necessary processes.
• Engage team, participate in working groups with remote members.
• Optimise overall team utilisation by empowering leaders to find solutions.
• Set and report solar KPI's to the Head of Solar.
• Lead onboarding/integration of new solar assets using internal onboarding process.
• Build relationships with senior client management and stakeholders via 1:1 meetings.
• Standardise operations with best industry practices, compliance with legislation, and engagement with industry bodies.
• Manage internal budgets for department costs and work with finance to raise invoicing timely.
• Drive additional services, maximise revenues, reach financial KPIs.
• Work with digital transformation manager to implement digital tools.
• Support development of company processes, team engagement, communication for high service standards.
• Create monthly meetings for team involvement and input.
• Identify, develop, and mentor talent across the team.
• Ensure all activities comply with UK HSE legislation, CDM Regulations, and BayWa r.e. internal policies.

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree in a technical or commercial field (desirable).
• Minimum of 5 years' professional experience, at least 2 years in UK large scale solar industry, proven track record in solar asset operations.
• Excellent line management skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills with proven track record of leading projects and teams to successful results.
• Extensive experience of service contracts and their technical, commercial, and legal provisions.
• Excellent commercial insight for assessing value drivers of projects.
• Active listener, excellent communication skills (written and spoken), proven negotiator and team player.
• Outstanding attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, structured and methodical approach.
• Ability to remain composed under pressure, work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Suggest improvements to existing processes and implement new ones.
• Confident communicator with solid interpersonal skills to lead a large team and build relationships with clients, suppliers, market players, stakeholders, and international teams.
• Knowledge of solar technology, SCADA systems, technical data analysis, reporting, and monitoring of utility scale solar assets.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Valid driving licence required.
• Understanding of UK HSQE legislation and valid IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.

What's in it for you

• Work on projects shaping Europe's energy future.
• Join an innovative, multicultural team driving energy transition.
• Private health insurance, life assurance cover.
• Company pension scheme.
• Flexible working to balance team presence and private needs.
• Result-based yearly discretionary performance bonus scheme.
• Modern office with access to restaurant.
• Mental health first aid support.
• Employee assistance programme with 24/7 counselling.
• Discounts on fitness, online shopping.
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (eligibility after 12 months).
• Benefits may vary by location. Not legally binding.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social, cultural or ethnic background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are committed to fostering equity and inclusion with an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.