UK Technical Operations Manager (Asset Manager on site) - Northern Ireland in Edinburgh

As part of the Operations team and reporting to the Head of Generation UK, the Technical Operations Manager ensures on-site presence as required and oversees all technical and site-related activities for UK operational assets in line with established standards and processes.

Main responsibilities:

• Integrate new assets (currently onshore wind) into operations.
• Conduct site inspections and turbine walkdowns and perform site-specific tasks as required.
• Manage contracts for operational assets, ensuring compliance with safety and technical deliverables.
• Coordinate O&M activities and maintain relationships with contractual counterparts.
• Monitor asset performance against KPIs using software/data portals and liaise with the ERG Performance team.
• Analyse technical issues, coordinate resolution and assess opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvement with specialist teams.
• Manage grid compliance requirements with distribution/transmission operators in collaboration with ERG Energy Management.
• Track operating costs, ensuring budget compliance, and process/verify invoices with the UK Commercial Contracts Manager.
• Ensure asset management aligns with ERG Global EHS&Q guidelines and local HSEQ legislation.
• Prepare periodic reports and presentation materials.
• Support annual budget preparation by defining required work/services.
• Support tender management and contract negotiation.
• Manage and review documentation and reports.

What You’ll Bring:

• Studies in Engineering, Renewable Energies and/or Project Management.
• Trainings: GWO (Working at Height, Advanced First Aid, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness; beneficial: Advanced Hub Rescue), WTSR awareness.
• IOSH certification and Environmental awareness (beneficial).
• 2–3 years in a technical role within the onshore wind industry.
• Solid understanding of renewable energy technology and HSEQ UK legislation.
• Hands-on experience in operations management and contractor coordination.
• English essential; Italian or other languages beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SCADA, CMS, Power BI, third-party monitoring/data platforms, SAP.
• Availability to perform work as required by operational assets, with flexibility in special occasions.
• Clear communication, teamworking with Generation (Operation) colleagues and ERG teams (local and HQ).
• Flexible and creative mindset, ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to embrace different approaches and support international teams.

Additional Information:

• Hybrid working (desktop/home and site-based activities) aligned with the UK operations portfolio.
• Primary location: Northern Ireland – Derry/Londonderry and/or Antrim (within 1.5 hours from Limavady/Dungiven).
• Travel Requirements: Initial onboarding (up to 3 months) at the ERG Edinburgh office.
• Periodic travel to the ERG UK office in Edinburgh based on business needs.
• Occasional travel to ERG HQ in Italy and/or other ERG office locations.

About ERG:

At ERG, we are looking for proactive individuals eager to make a difference through passion and innovation, joining us in tackling the challenge of the energy transition. We value every individual and consider diversity and plurality as essential sources of enrichment. For this reason, we are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and collaboration, ensuring inclusive selection processes and equal employment opportunities, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or any other condition protected by law.