OCC Operator (EU applicants

Position: OCC Operator (EU applicants)
Return is the leading European independent energy storage provider, committed to revolutionizing the energy sector. Headquartered in Amsterdam, Return offers innovative, sustainable solutions to store and intelligently manage energy, ensuring power is used efficiently when and where it's needed most. With a growing presence across Europe, Return is at the forefront of the energy transition, integrating large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) to support grid stability, renewable energy integration, and Europe's net-zero goals.

Driven by a team of experts, Return aims to provide reliable energy storage that powers the future of clean energy.

To support our continued growth and ensure 24/7 operational excellence, we are looking for an Operations and Control Center (OCC) operator.

Your Role
As OCC operator, you will be responsible for the safe, reliable 24/7 operations of our battery energy storage assets across Europe. This is a hands‑on operational role where you will work shifts. Major responsibilities include:

Safe Operations: ensure safe, reliable operations of all Return BESS assets, responding to alarms, incidents, and deviations according to established protocols

Shift Work: participate in the shift rotation to maintain 24/7 coverage

Incident Response: act as first point of contact during critical incidents, coordinating response efforts and communication with stakeholders

Reporting: provide insight to different stakeholders through reporting

Knowledge Building: help build operational knowledge within the team through training, documentation, and sharing of learnings

Your Profile
General Profile

Strong safety mindset

MBO level of thinking

5+ years of 24/7 experience in control rooms, technical operations, or process operations

Calm under pressure with clear decision‑making abilities during incidents

Clear communicator in both Dutch and English (written and verbal)

Familiarity with SCADA systems and remote monitoring platforms

Willing to work in shift rotation including nights and weekends

You must have the right to work in the Netherlands without employer sponsorship

You must be based in or willing to relocate to the Netherlands (no relocation provided)

Nice to Haves

Experience with BESS, power plants, substations, or other energy infrastructure

Working proficiency in Spanish and/or German

Basic understanding of energy markets and grid operations

Our Offer

Hands‑on role in a mission‑driven company at the forefront of energy transition

New, high tech, and comfortable OCC

Working with cutting‑edge energy storage technologies

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Competitive salary and benefits package including shift allowances

Due to the nature of this role, a background check (screening) may be conducted as part of the application process.

Why join Return?
At Return, we don’t just talk about impact — we build it. You’ll join a passionate and skilled team where your contributions help shape real‑world solutions and directly support a more sustainable future. Our entrepreneurial and collaborative culture is dedicated to accelerating the energy transition at scale.

We do not work with recruitment agencies or external recruiters for our hiring process. Applications should be submitted directly through our careers page.

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