OCC Operator; EU

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.

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

• 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)

• 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

• 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.

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.