HV manager - England

HV Manager, £55,000 - £65,000 - Country wide

Our client is currently seeking to hire an HV Manager to support the HV inhouse specialisation and know-how. The HV Manager will be responsible for the continuous improvement of the electrical procedures, rules, training of internal resources, management, execution of preventive maintenance, fault finding and corrective maintenance on the whole portfolio.

Our client provides an integrated, timely and effective service based on a total quality approach, of experience and nationwide services. My clients values are Expertise, Transparency, Response & Passion. These values are held by everyone working.

They continually invest in equipment and technology to refine our procedures and operating methods. We provide our services through internal staff to ensure autonomy and maximum responsiveness. Transparency is key to their work so that their customers can rely on constant control of the plants and the quality of services provided. Our customers are relying on us to provide sensible solutions to repair or upgrade/revamp their plants. Their passion for customer relations creates a lasting relationship of trust.

In addition, they have a dedicated internal team of specially qualified, multi-disciplined engineers boasting significant expertise, all of whom are solution providers. Our client operates ground mounted photovoltaic systems for over 270MW in the UK.

Our client is looking for a HV (High Voltage) Manager to fulfil the responsibilities below. They are offering a competitive salary between £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience. The right candidate can be based anywhere in England, as country travel will be required weekly (Midlands based would be preferred due to easier access travelling).

As a HV Manager, your main responsibilities will be:

• Plan testing and fault-finding activities on transformers and switchgears up to 33kV, perform and coordinate corrective activities
• Manage and participate on HV construction works such as transformer and switchgear installations
• Manage HV cable and termination installations
• Analyse test results and create reports
• Support the team building up quotes for HV remedial activities
• Review of preventative maintenance reports and execution of follow up points
• Lead and manage the HV team, build and review switching schedules and RAMS and all safety documents (PTW, etc.)
• Contribute to the technical growth of the Company defining HV internal standards and procedures
• Take over responsibilities on switching operations
• Be the interface to grid operators and HV contractors
• Coordinate HV emergency situations
• Contribute to the enhancement and training of the HV team
• Support the team on routine maintenance activities on HV equipment
• The role requires you to travel around the country.

Requirements

• Knowledge and qualifications according to local regulations
• Work experience in similar roles
• Knowledge of key HSE legislation and guidance pertaining to project activities
• Experience in the photovoltaic business is a plus
• Good knowledge of MS office tools
• Valid and clean car driving license
• HV qualifications SAP / Control Engineer
• NVQ Level 3 electrical certification or higher qualification
• C&G Level 3
• SMSTS (preferable) #

Benefits:

• Salary between £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Van, fuel card, overtime