Junior O&M engineer - Crawley, West Sussex

Position Field service engineer

Salary £30,000 - £40,000

Location Kent/Sussex

Business Overview

My client specialises in managing alternative assets and offers funds, direct investments, and custom investment solutions, including co-investment in a variety of highly distinctive alternative investment strategies. Strategic public, private equity (private assets), wood, renewable energy, housing, and infrastructure are among their areas of expertise. In order to assist their clients in achieving their financial objectives, they are committed to creating long-term partnerships with them and aiming to generate sustainable financial returns.

Since 2014, through a combination of acquisitions and organic growth, my client has grown and developed significantly, currently managing over £6.5 billion, and have over 200 employees in the UK.

The business divides into two divisions - Real Assets (Forestry, New Energy & Sustainable Infrastructure, Housing) and Strategic Equity (Public Equity, Private Equity)

Role objective

To transition from a world powered by finite resources to a new energy world powered by renewables while creating sustainable long-term returns, the O&M division supports the New Energy Team. Notwithstanding regulatory uncertainties and challenging risks, the team makes investments in the fast-evolving energy sector.

Solar, wind, energy storage, and electric transportation are the four revolutionary technologies that are the focus of investments. A strong asset base, a dependable income yield, and the possibility of capital growth all support returns.

This crucial operational position will provide you first-hand knowledge of the fast changes the UK energy market is undergoing. In this changing climate as well as the specialised alternative asset management environment within the O&M sector, there is significant room for professional and personal growth.

Key responsibilities / accountabilities

• To work closely with the O&M manager to support the O&M team in achieving strong HSQE standards across our portfolio.
• Carry out scheduled reactive and preventative maintenance.
• To assist other teams when needed.
• Conduct any necessary site inspections across the portfolio.
• Support the Asset Management team across a variety of disciplines to guarantee the best possible performance for all assets.
• Post reports following each site inspection (Monthly or reactive)
• Employ SCADA to keep an eye on the condition of the managed BESS assets.
• Recognize failures and suggest fixes for ongoing issues affecting availability.
• Monitor PAC, IAC, and FAC processes abilities and experience
• Experience within renewables is desired but not mandatory - training will be provided
• Fully licenced electrician (AM2, NVQ Level 3 electrical certification,18th edition, CSCS or JIB Card).
• Competent HV AP (desired).
• SMSTS, IOSH, or another equivalent.
• Understanding of network architecture (e.g., LAN, routers, switches).
• The capacity to handle a portfolio of assets with little oversight.
• Prior knowledge with Microsoft Office and IAuditor is helpful. BESS system knowledge is preferred but not required.
• Expertise with diesel or gas engines is preferred but not required.

Personal attributes

• Be timely, dependable, and thorough.
• Team player, with a positive outlook and an openness to change.
  • Initiative and drive-a proactive willingness to provide value.
  • Ability to complete a variety of tasks quickly and under pressure.
  • Dedication to the group and the company.
  • Ability to interact with everyone in the larger group and adjust successfully.
  • Current UK drivers licence

Additional Benefits:

• Private Health insurance, pension scheme
• Company Car & Fuel Card
• 25 days holidays.
• Discretional bonus.