O&M Country Manager - United Kingdom

Overview

Lead O&M of UK solar PV projects, coordinating site managers and ensuring performance.

Key Responsibilities

• pr calculations
• site management
• plant performance
• compliance
• reporting
• stakeholder liaison

Tasks

The selected candidate will be responsible for coordinating the activities of the O&M Site Managers, ensuring that all plants operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with technical, legal, and contractual standards. Acting as the operational point of reference at a national level, this role plays a key part in driving excellence in performance, safety, and client satisfaction. We are currently seeking an O&M Country Manager to lead and oversee the operation and maintenance of our photovoltaic projects across the United Kingdom. -Carry out and validate PR calculations for IAC and FAC, presenting them clearly to the client. -Support Site Managers in solving technical and management issues, including strategic decision-making with clients and subcontractors. -Oversee plant performance during Site Manager absences (holidays, leave, etc.). -Maintain order and efficiency across all work areas. -Ensure the health and safety of workers and compliance with environmental regulations. -Coordinate IAC and FAC activities, managing all related documentation and ensuring timely delivery to the client. -A strategic role with responsibility for the operation of multiple photovoltaic projects. -Act as a direct liaison with Asset Managers and other project stakeholders. -Ensure compliance with all legal requirements and management systems (Quality, Health & Safety, Environment). -Standardise and regularly update work document formats and procedures (reports, preventive maintenance plans, monthly PR Excel sheets, procedures, etc.). -Review monthly reports and monitor incidents to ensure the correct performance of the plants. -Report periodically to the O&M Director on performance indicators (PRs) and project status.

Requirements

• pvsyst
• meteorological sensors
• medium voltage
• engineering degree
• 3 years
• h&s training

What You Bring

-Continuous improvement mindset and pursuit of excellence. -Over 3 years of experience in a similar role. -Familiarity with meteorological sensors and data analysis. -Understanding of communication architecture, sensors, and control actuators for PV plants. -Clear and effective communication skills. -Knowledge of medium-voltage (MV) equipment. -Postgraduate training or specialisation in Solar Photovoltaic Energy. -Health & Safety (H&S) training. -Advanced level of English (fluent spoken and written). -Dynamism, proactivity, and results orientation. -Strong knowledge of design, operation, and maintenance of solar plants; experience with PVSYST or similar software. -Basic understanding of environmental management applied to construction and maintenance activities. -Degree in Engineering or Technical/Superior Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or similar). -Flexibility and adaptability to different scenarios and projects. -Excellent command of monitoring software and Microsoft Office tools.

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Benefits

-The opportunity to join a leading company in the photovoltaic energy sector. -Professional development and growth opportunities within the organisation. -Competitive salary and benefits package according to experience.

About Grupotec

-Born in Valencia in 1997, a group of engineers laid the foundation for what would become a multidisciplinary engineering and architecture powerhouse. -From rooftop photovoltaics to large-scale solar farms, the firm expanded beyond Spain, delivering projects across Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia. -As both developer and EPC contractor, it has brought over 1.45 GW online and maintains another 650 MW under operation. -Financially buoyed by a 2013 private equity buyout, it leveraged that backing to scale internationally and diversify its services. -Typical projects span roof‑mounted PV systems on industrial sites, full‑turnkey green energy plants, and complex consulting & architecture mandates. -Its toolkit includes engineering design, architectural planning, project development, EPC delivery, O&M and asset management. -Unusual for its size, it also spins off tech platforms like Gesvatec—used globally to protect plant variety rights.

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