Senior Offshore Windfarm Controller
Scottishpower
Manage safe, efficient offshore logistics, high‑voltage operations and turbine monitoring.
21 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Lowestoft, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
4,840 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electricity generation
Electricity transmission
Electricity distribution
Gas supply
Metering services
Customer service
Corporate social responsibility
Procurement
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Wind
Electricity
Gas
Renewable Energy
Transmission
Distribution
Smart Grids
Role
What you would be doing
emergency response
vessel tracking
hv switching
scada monitoring
marine coordination
kpi reporting
- Initiate and coordinate the project emergency response plan.
- Act as Operational Controller under the main contractors WTSR’s (Wind turbine safety rules)
- Liaise with ABP Lowestoft to progress/control port manoeuvres.
- Ensure personnel going offshore are suitably qualified and hold all the necessary certification.
- Regularly report on defined KPIs through the Company standard systems
- Maximise offshore H&S performance by complying with all applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures and through the reporting and rectification of any non-conformances.
- Monitor all vessel and personnel movements offshore by use of Personnel Tracking System (PTS) and Vessel Tracking System (VTS), guaranteeing the location of all personnel offshore is known should an emergency situation arise
- Perform the role of Control Person under the High Voltage Safety Rules up to 66kV - CP3 level (cross boundary) or equivalent as per site HVSR’s.
- Monitor weather conditions and establish access parameters taking account of weather forecasts, sea conditions and light conditions to ensure consistent go, no go and stand-down decisions are made in order to ensure safe transit and access to work sites can be achieved.
- Coordinate all marine traffic in the site, and vessels transiting between site and main port.
- Support Outage planning together with the Senior Authorized Persons and the Deputy Site Managers at site.
- Ensure adherence to all H&S procedures associated with maritime/offshore working.
- Assist Deputy Site Management in relation to daily issues as well as daily, weekly and monthly reporting
- Supply data to assist in the short- and long-term maintenance planning process
- Regularly update management on site activities to keep them informed of any issues/challenges experienced.
- Prepare switching schedules and reconfigurations of windfarm to allow conducting of HV Switching operations.
- Monitor WTG SCADA and act upon alarms / issues where they arise to ensure efficient response times are achieved and generation maximised, liaising with site Asset integrity team for support.
- Optimise operational expenditure through efficient and safe marine control procedures
- Support the planning of work schedules to optimize use of logistics.
- Manage activities related to the transfer of personnel and equipment by vessels (or equivalent) to ensure that this is carried out in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Work effectively within site boundaries and establish good communications consulting with Control Persons from other networks and boundaries.
- Always ensuring approved permits are in place for planned activities, liaising with the site Technical Planner for support.
- Coordinate with Whitelee control centre, site SAP if HV switching is required and site asset integrity team for any related technical support of HV apparatus and protection systems Conduct HV switching operations.
- Organise vessel audits to ensure compliance of operators.
- Support the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures, operating systems and associated tools to facilitate the smooth operation of day-to-day offshore logistics
What you bring
hv switching
scada
vhf radio
control person
project planning
communication
- Wind Farm Controller will conduct a bespoke marine training competency pack and depending on marine experience will also look to achieve onsite training gaining relevant experience, perform any associated external training that includes emergency response, and any applicable marine training proposed by site management team.
- Respectful to internal and external customers
- Ideally experienced previously working as a control room operator conducting HV switching operations and associated switching schedules.
- Experienced in working with safe systems of work (WTSR, HVSR).
- Offshore marine or helicopter coordination experience is desirable but not mandatory as training could be provided.
- Experience with VHF radio telecommunication systems.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Previous experience working in the offshore wind industry or industry with similar operational requirements and safety challenges (e.g. Oil & Gas)
- Have strong H&S experience and knowledge, ideally within the offshore working environment
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Effective and efficient operation of offshore logistics in cooperation with Siemens and other associated contractors.
- Previously authorizations under High Voltage Safety Rules as either a Control Person or SAP.
- Depending on HV experience and initial assessment the Wind Farm Controller will be placed under a training path towards achieving authorizations to manage High Voltage Operations and act as Control Person up to 66kV. The Wind Farm Controller will be placed under a training path program and assigned / shadow a HV authorised site mentor working to a programme to achieve Control Person authorization up to 66kV CP3 level (cross boundary) or equivalent under Site HV Safety Rules
- Have project planning or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of SCADA systems, WTGs, HV equipment substations auxiliary equipment.
- High level IT knowledge.
- Flexible towards the operations at site, adaptable to change
- Ability to work within international and multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communications skills enabling you to communicate your messages smoothly and efficiently to stakeholders at all organizational levels
- Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
- Share Schemes
- Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
- Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
- Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
- Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
- 36 days annual leave
- Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
- Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
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Company
Overview
£5.35billion
Annual Revenue
The company's financial engine generated £5.35 billion in revenue in 2020, showcasing its robust operational strength across the clean energy sector.
38WindFarms
Onshore Wind Farms Operated
Operates 38 onshore wind farms across the UK, highlighting its significant contribution to renewable energy infrastructure.
£10billionPledged
Investment Commitment
Committed £10 billion in 2024 to strengthen UK grid infrastructure and support the transition to clean energy sources.
19GWTarget
Green Energy Capacity Target
Aims to link nearly 19 GW of green energy to the grid by 2031, demonstrating its ambitious clean energy expansion plans.
- Balances three core pillars: onshore and offshore wind development, power networks maintenance, and electricity and gas retail.
- Iconic projects include East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm, showcasing innovation and ambition in renewable energy.
- Networks division manages transmission and distribution systems in central/southern Scotland, North Wales, and Merseyside.
- Typical work includes turbine and substation construction, as well as smart-meter rollouts through the MAP business.
- Cultural highlight: The ScottishPower Pipe Band, sponsored since the 1990s, has performed internationally alongside royalty and top artists.
100% Green Electricity
Sustainable Energy Commitment
Committed to generating carbon-free electricity through innovative solutions like energy storage, smart grids, and electrifying heat and transport.
- Values: Sustainable, Dynamic, Collaborative
- People are valued here.
- Open and honest communication is encouraged, with a focus on listening, feedback, and accountability.
95% Scope 1 Emissions Reduction
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Achieved a significant reduction in scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions between 2010 and 2019.
Net-Zero by 2039
GHG Emissions Target
Aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2039, validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
1.9 GW Renewable Energy Capacity
Renewable Energy Infrastructure
Owns 38 onshore wind farms with a combined capacity of 1,948 megawatts, enough to power approximately 1.2 million homes.
Fully Electrify Fleet by 2030
Sustainability in Transportation
Plans to electrify the entire light vehicle fleet by 2030 and transition heavy vehicles to low-carbon alternatives as they become available.
- Total greenhouse gas footprint reduced by a further 23% since 2019.
- Science-based targets include reducing scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 47% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline.
- Scope 3 sold electricity emissions expected to reach zero per MWh by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.
- Scope 3 sold product emissions (natural gas) reduced by 28% by 2030 from 2019 levels.
- Installed heat pumps in UK homes in large numbers over an 18-month period.
- Launched a comprehensive Action 2030 strategy focusing on six key themes: clean energy, climate action, biodiversity, circular economy, communities, and work skills.
100% Green
Delivering Vision
Committed to retaining and attracting top talent to achieve a fully sustainable energy future.
- Inclusion culture supported by employee networks and community programmes
- Publishes Gender Pay Reporting and working toward gender pay equality
- Adopted flexible working (“A New Way of Working”)
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