Operations Maintenance Manager

O&M Operations Manager – Solar & BESS

Location: SW and SE (Hybrid)

Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance

Type: Permanent, Full-time

Sector: Renewable Energy – Solar & Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Description

We are working with a Global Renewable Energy Business who specialise in Solar & BESS to find an Operations Manager to join their team.

As an Operations Manager, you’ll be responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a portfolio of Solar and BESS O&M contracts. Your key objectives will be to:

• Maximise energy production from client assets
• Improve maintenance efficiency
• Ensure full compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards

This is a permanent role, primarily office-based with regular site travel and some weekend on-call requirements. A company vehicle allowance, laptop, tablet, and mobile phone will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• First point of contact for the O&M service, providing clients with updates and information. Delivering 24/7 in line with contractual requirements.
• Create and implement maintenance schedules aligned with contracts and manufacturer guidance.
• Line manages engineering teams, ensuring strict HSQE compliance.
• Review RAMS, permits, and procedures.
• Lead site adoption processes and integrate new assets into maintenance systems.
• Oversee tools, vehicles, and equipment needs.
• Ensure reactive callouts and emergencies are handled efficiently.
• Maintain relationships with clients, DNOs, asset owners, and internal teams.
• Support investigations and drive performance improvement.
• Own P&L responsibilities, invoicing, and supplier payment processes.
• Manage CMMS and quality systems.
• Liaising with external stakeholders such as Internal depts, Asset management teams, DNO and asset owner.
• Act as first point of contact for client reporting.
• Develop and lead team appraisals, onboarding, and ongoing development.

Knowledge & Experience

• Deep knowledge of UK LV electrical asset legislation and O&M standards (e.g. HSG230)
• Proven commercial and contractual management skills
• Track record in managing ISO9001-compliant systems
• Experience leading engineering teams and multi-site portfolios
• Familiarity with utility-scale solar farms
• Knowledge of battery energy storage systems

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent experience
• IOSH Managing Safely or CITB SMSTS (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• £60,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance
• Flexible/hybrid working model
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays – with buy/sell options
• Company pension scheme and private healthcare
• Enhanced family leave and 4 volunteering days per year
• Discounted green travel
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression

Contacts

macy.carroll@h9technical.co.uk

0161 529 5421