BESS O&M Service Engineer

Position: BESS O&M Service Engineer
Location: Oxfordshire

We're currently supporting a leading global energy solutions provider who are looking to recruit an experienced BESS O&M Service Engineer for their UK BESS Projects

Their current projects are located in Oxfordshire and Southampton, so you need to be able to commute to both locations.

This is a permanent role starting ASAP.

The focus of the role is around:

Operation and maintenance of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems.
Troubleshooting and performance optimisation.
Being technically minded around installations and utility connections.
Reviewing technical maintenance documentation and drawings.
Supporting planning activities and emergency corrective maintenance support.
Ensuring safe and efficient system operation in line with contract obligations.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct and support routine preventative and corrective maintenance of Battery Storage Systems and associated infrastructure.
Carry out remote operations as part of corrective or preventative maintenance requirements.
Perform site inspections and diagnostics using tools and test equipment.
Ensure adherence to site-specific Health and Safety standards and regulations.
Supervise subcontractors and ensure quality and compliance of third-party works.
Provide support during commissioning, upgrades and major repairs.
Review maintenance documentation and manuals and support drafting maintenance procedures and Methods of Statement.
Cooperate with management and H&S teams to draft and review H&S documentation, RAMS and other relevant procedures.
Support communication with OEM suppliers for maintenance procedures and relevant clarifications.
Support drafting the annual plan of BESS projects.
Provide on-call support for urgent site issues outside normal working hours.

Requirements:

Solid experience with the operation and maintenance of Energy Storage/BESS Projects, Renewables or Power Sector industry (minimum 2 years' experience).
Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
Strong understanding and training on LV systems, Inverters, Energy Management Systems and Batteries.
ECS/CSCS card or eligibility to obtain one.
Working knowledge of UK HSE regulations and safe working practices.
Strong organisational and written communication skills.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the UK.
Forward thinking, a problem solver and solution provider.
Flexibility for participating in out-of-hours coverage.

Experience with HV operations would be advantageous.

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