Description

Do you want to work to make Power for Good? 

RES Energy Services Ltd is a Division/subsidiary of RES Ltd, the world’s largest independent renewable energy company.  We're guided by a simple yet powerful vision: to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy.  We know that achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best people to help us. They're our most important asset so that's why we continually invest in them. The RES group is a family with a diverse workforce, and we are dedicated to the personal professional growth of our people, no matter what stage of their career they're at. We can promise you rewarding work which makes a real impact, the chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network and opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

This role will cover sites in the Northampton, Milton Keynes, Kettering, Bedford and Daventry areas.  

The Solar & Battery Storage Technician is a field-based role performing operations and maintenance tasks on utility-scale battery storage plants and ground mounted solar PV plants. You will ensure the plants achieve outstanding levels of safety, quality and performance at a cost that meets operational budget, as part of an industry-leading team of renewable energy specialists. 

You will be a qualified electrician with experience operating and maintaining MW-scale power plants, with DC and HV electrical competencies. This is a permanent role and will require availability for weekend on-call duties as part of a rota. An overtime system is in place. 

A company vehicle, smart phone and laptop/tablet will be provided. RES provides a comprehensive package of benefits including contributory pension, private health insurance and investment in role specific training. You will have the opportunity to work towards Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status. 

RES pride ourselves on our in-house training programme and this is provided. Technicians who demonstrate an attitude and aptitude for career progression will be encouraged to broaden their experience to advanced levels such as an industry recognised HV Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP). For team members who embody our values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration and Excellence, the opportunities for growth are huge. 

Accountabilities 

Reporting to the Solar & Storage O&M Manager, you will: 

Follow and manage health and safety requirements and help to maintain and improve safety standards across the plantsAchieve and maintain Authorised Person status determined by training received, experience gained and in line with individual job role requirementsUndertake planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirementsInspect, test and maintain plant and equipment.Undertake AC and DC system testing, troubleshooting and fault-findingPerform reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution promptlyTroubleshoot and repair on sensors and communication equipment including RS485, Ethernet and fibre optic networks.Configure computer-based devices and components, including firmware updatesOccasionally assist with ground maintenance, cleaning or mechanical workInduct and manage sub-contractors, ensure their safe working and undertake quality checks on their work.Keep accurate maintenance records and compile reportsKeep in close communication with the O&M office and team functionsTravel between the sites and officesOccasionally work away from home for training courses or to cover other sites for up to 1 week at a timeOther tasks determined by the role

Knowledge 

Knowledge of central inverters desirablePrinciples of High Voltage operationsTechnical understanding of AC, DC, SCADA, instrumentation and communications networksGood knowledge and understanding of solar PV technology is essentialGood knowledge and understanding of HVAC, fire protection, security systems is desirableGood knowledge and understanding of battery storage technology, although training can be given in this area

Experience 

Experience, reading, writing and amending Risk Assessments and Method StatementsExperience working with equipment vendors to support diagnosis of faultsDC and LV installation, fault finding, testing and commissioningExperience working remotelySolar PV installation and O&M experience (MW-scale or large commercial ground-mount)Battery storage installation and O&M experience (MW- scale) is desirableExperience installing or maintaining ethernet and fibre optic communicationsExperience working with SCADA or data monitoring systemsWork with Central invertersWork with High Voltage switchgear

Skills and Attributes 

Approach to safe working practicesExcellent communication skills, fluent written and spoken EnglishAble to respond to changing priorities and emergent issuesEnthusiasm for personal developmentAble to read and interpret schematic diagrams and technical manualsComputer skills for writing reports, reporting progress and communicating by emailPassion, Accountability, Collaboration, and Excellence

Qualifications 

Full UK driving licenceApproved ElectricianInspection and testing qualifications (C&G 2391 or 2394/5) highly valuedFirst aid qualificationsHealth & Safety qualifications (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS)

At RES we celebrate difference as we know it makes our company a great place to work. Encouraging applicants with different backgrounds, ideas and points of view, we create teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, marital status, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people.

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