Shift Team Leader – Battery Energy Storage (BESS)
Lead the future of energy
At Fidra Energy, we're building and operating the infrastructure that will enable a cleaner, more flexible and more resilient energy system. As we continue to expand our operational capability, we're looking for a number of experienced Shift Team Leaders to join our Thorpe Marsh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) site.
This is a critical operational leadership role responsible for the safe, efficient and reliable operation of one of the UK's largest battery storage facilities. You'll lead a small team of technicians, oversee real-time plant operations, ensure compliance with safety and grid requirements, and act as the site's responsible person during your shift.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead and supervise shift personnel to support safe and efficient site operations
- Act as the responsible person in charge of the site during assigned shifts
- Monitoring performance through SCADA and site control systems
- Coordinate real-time operations in line with grid requirements and dispatch instructions
- Support safe systems of work, permit-to-work activity, isolations and risk assessments
- Driving a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with site safety rules
- Lead shift briefings, handovers, toolbox talks and initial incident response
- Work with operations, engineering, performance and maintenance teams to optimise availability and reliability.
What we’re looking for
- Leadership or supervisory experience within a shift-based operational environment
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, safe systems of work and control room discipline
- Experience using SCADA or industrial control systems
- Ability to make clear decisions under pressure and manage operational incidents.
- Relevant technical qualification (Electrical Engineering, HNC/HND or equivalent)
- Experience within power generation, utilities, energy storage, heavy industry or similar sectors
- AP/SAP status, or capability to work towards authorisation
- A safety-first mindset with excellent decision-making and communication skills
Why join Fidra Energy?
As part of our Operations team, you'll work with industry-leading technology, receive exposure to a broad range of operational and engineering activities, and help shape how a new operation is run from day one.
This is a key role that combines technical challenge, responsibility, career development and the chance to be part of a growing business with ambitious plans.
The position will offer:
- Competitive basic salary + shift allowance
- Bonus scheme – based on personal objectives (25%) and company scorecard (75%)
- Pension Scheme – EE 5% ER 10% for first 2 yrs then can increase, max company will pay is 15%
- Flex Fund of £2,160 pa, paid monthly into salary
- Life Assurance – x 8 of basic salary
- Group Income Protection
- Optional Benefits can include private medical insurance, travel insurance, eyecare scheme, discounted gym memberships etc.
Please note successful candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre to be held in November 2026.
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Shift Team Leader in Doncaster employer: Fidra Energy Ltd.
Fidra Energy Ltd. is an excellent employer for those passionate about renewable energy and electrical engineering, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and advancement within the rapidly evolving field of grid-scale BESS projects across the UK. Our commitment to a supportive environment ensures that every team member can contribute meaningfully while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a sector dedicated to sustainable energy solutions.
