About this role
RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
In this role, you’ll lead the engineering activities that keep the Rhyl Flats and North Hoyle Offshore Wind Farms safe, reliable and efficient, while safeguarding asset integrity and ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and company requirements.
About the role
- Develop and deliver long-term operations and maintenance strategies to maximise asset reliability, availability and value.
- Provide technical leadership across wind turbines, major components, HV systems, electrical infrastructure and balance of plant assets.
- Lead condition monitoring and asset health management to identify risks, optimise maintenance and reduce unplanned failures.
- Conduct technical risk assessments and implement cost-effective mitigation plans that protect asset integrity and performance.
- Coordinate engineering modifications and major maintenance campaigns in line with company standards and change management requirements.
- Manage technical specifications, procurement support and contractor delivery against safety, quality and commercial objectives, acting as Contract Officer where required.
- Lead and develop engineering personnel through capability building, performance management and succession planning.
- Support key stakeholders with technical reporting, root cause analysis, business cases and engineering recommendations while driving continuous improvement and visible HSSE leadership.
Job requirements and experience
- Degree in engineering or equivalent relevant industry experience.
- Proven experience in wind farm operations, engineering asset management or a comparable asset-intensive industry.
- Strong knowledge of asset integrity, maintenance strategy and engineering risk management.
- Experience in managing engineering contracts, projects and multidisciplinary teams.
- Knowledge of HSSE legislation and standards, supported by an IOSH qualification or equivalent.
- Experience with HV systems and WTSR authorisations such as AT, AE or Person.
- The role requires residence within a reasonable commuting distance of the site or a willingness to relocate accordingly.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment – we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. Even if you don't have all the above skills, need flexible working arrangements or other adjustments not yet listed here, we'd love to hear from you.
An offer of employment in this role may require holding active or ability to pass National Security vetting to SC level. Failure to obtain and or maintain National Security Vetting to SC may result in the removal of job offers and or existing employment.
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Any questions? Contact HR: Marie Bennell, [email protected]
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As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, Japan and Korea. We have already 18 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to the energy world of tomorrow.
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