Conrad Energy
Senior Operations Manager- Pathfinder
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Senior Operations Manager - Electrically Focused
We are looking for an experienced and motivated electrically focused Senior Operations Manager to join our rapidly growing team. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this senior operations role will eventually assume responsibility for all operation and maintenance activities across the two Pathfinder projects. In the interim, the role will support the development, construction and commissioning of the projects working closely with our Pathfinder project delivery team.
Role Responsibilities
The Pathfinder Operations Manager will be responsible for development and implementation of the operational strategy and processes for the projects and managing all internal and external stakeholders to provide high levels of support and service throughout the operational phase of the projects, including computerized maintenance management systems, asset optimization and management of third-party long-term contracts. Applicants will need to hold a driving license and be willing to travel to sites across the UK.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
- Carry out all duties with health and safety as the number one priority.
- Ensure the plant is operated in full compliance with applicable contracts held with National Grid ESO and bilateral grid connection agreements and related industry best practice.
- Manage and work closely with the appointed contractors, technical advisors, and National Grid to ensure that the plant is operated safely.
- Manage internal and external engineering staff/contractors specializing in Extra High Voltage Electrical Systems and EC&I disciplines across construction, commissioning, testing, performance testing, and operations phases of the projects.
- Ensure that all EHV electrical plant and equipment is run efficiently as scheduled at times of commercial demand and operations and maintenance are carried out in accordance with Health and Safety systems / operational policies and procedures, including technical OEM operating literature and guidelines.
- Manage third-party contractors ensuring any third-party contracts are managed to the mutual advantage of the Company and customer.
- Manage and review performance and quality of work of long-term service providers and assist in the selection and management of external contractors and suppliers where necessary.
- Develop and implement reporting on operational KPIs, such as availability and efficiency, to monitor performance and identify when improvements to maintenance practices are needed.
- Define and implement appropriate electrical operations and maintenance procedures and practices, working with and developing the company's information systems, this could, for example, mean standardization of maintenance-related data capture and analysis to drive improvement, or implementing additional preventive maintenance based on cost-benefit analysis.
- Ensure all staff and contractors who access electrical plant and equipment are trained and aware of their health and safety responsibilities.
- Assist in developing and implementing annual budgets for spare parts and inventory for the operational sites, ensuring P&L spend does not exceed cost code limits for the period.
- Gain necessary approvals required for spend on operation and maintenance budgets.
- Bring forward and implement remedial action plans as required, providing full cost and time analysis as required.
- Good communication and management of information from specific sites to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support handover of newly built sites from construction phase into operation phase ensuring plant, equipment, facilities, and personnel are ready.
- Adherence to all Company Policies & Procedures (including but not limited to) those specified in the Employment Handbook, H&S Policy, Environmental Management Systems, Integrated Management Systems, and any financial/accounting systems.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What We Are Looking For
Principal Skills
- Good technical and practical knowledge of grid transmission-connected assets with SAP capabilities of electrical systems up to 400kV.
- Experienced in the principles of construction, commissioning, and operation of transmission-connected assets and substations.
- Ability to make balanced decisions regarding changes to maintenance schedules, experienced at organizing the most challenging / complex repairs and maintenance processes.
- Sound people management skills that create both urgency and ownership within the team.
- An understanding of ISO 9001/14001/45001 Quality Management Systems.
- A track record of using data, systems, and processes to drive continuous improvement.
- Highly experienced at managing supply chain for electrical services demonstrating good commercial acumen.
- Able to communicate engineering issues to senior management and across disciplines.
- Reasonable technical knowledge and experience of gas reciprocating engines, large battery storage systems, and high voltage / power installations.
- Work closely with and support other departments in the business: Mechanical Operations Team, Development, Construction, Finance, Procurement, Human Resources, and HSQE.
- Extensive network of contacts within the power generation and distribution industry.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Knowledge
Essential:
- Sound knowledge of Electrical Theory, Application, and Technologies for the Electricity Generation and Distribution industry. Legal, Safety, and Environmental obligations and responsibility that impact upon reliable operation of the above.
- Working knowledge of developing and managing maintenance through CMMS systems.
Desirable:
- Working knowledge of thermal power generation assets or grid-connected assets at 400kV.
Skills
Essential:
- Good written and numerical skills, IT literate.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet constantly changing deadlines and priorities.
- A valid full driving license for countrywide travel.
Desirable:
- Managing change in engineering maintenance environments, managing customer-facing maintenance contracts.
- Ability to drive root cause analysis processes.
Experience
Essential:
- Proven track record in the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of electricity transmission-connected assets.
- Experience of managing assets under third-party long-term service agreements.
Desirable:
- Control and Instrumentation experience.
- Exposure to higher voltages up to 400kV, experience of operating grid stability services.
- A good feel for data and analytics in an engineering maintenance backdrop.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to at least Degree level or equivalent, in Electrical Engineering augmented by experience in Electric Power Engineering or equivalent environment.
Desirable:
- Electricity Generation or Heavy Electrical / Process Plant Training, IET membership, or equivalent professional recognition.
- Chartered Electrical Engineering Status.
About Conrad Energy Ltd
Conrad Energy is a fast-growing UK energy company. We're powering the move towards renewables through innovation and technology. We generate power to support the National Grid when renewables can't meet demand and we buy, sell, and manage energy for businesses nationally.
With a portfolio including gas, batteries, solar, wind, and hydrogen, our 83 sites, operational or in construction, have a potential to generate 983MW of power making us one of the leading flexible energy providers in the country. Optimized and operated using our market-leading software, iON+, we're at the forefront of shaping a more efficient energy sector that is both reliable and sustainable.
Over the last few years, we've planned and developed some of the largest energy infrastructure projects in Europe, as well as rapidly expanding the number of business customers working with us.
We're proud to power a changing world, building a better future for us all.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills