Project Manager O&M
Location - Cheltenham (Central)
Who are we?
Noriker Power specialise in agile power systems vital for grid stability and flexible energy solutions. Our focus on innovation and sustainability has made us a key player in the industry. With over 300MW of advanced battery and hybrid facilities and thanks to our partnership with Equinor, who are investing billions into the energy transition, we’re accelerating the development of even larger grid-scale battery storage projects and shaping the future of a renewable grid.
About You:
You are a self-motivated, enthusiastic project manager with experience in O&M in the engineering or infrastructure sectors. You’re committed to not only utilising your full set of skills, but continually developing new ones. A mature outlook and strong work ethic will see you taking pride in a job well done. Most importantly, you believe that high collective achievement is the inevitable outcome of collaboratively high efforts towards a common goal.
What will I spend my day on at Noriker?

• Plan, design, implement and manage Noriker’s O&M strategy as a senior member of the project team.
• Support different stages of the project process from an early project rights development stage through to build, commissioning and operations
• Ensure operations interests are met during construction and commissioning
• Prepare and conduct hand over process from construction to operations
• Build local, regional and international O&M networks, developing trusted internal and external relationships with prospective project partners, and promote the development of local supply chains to deliver O&M capabilities
• Be responsible for the delivery schedule of the O&M package, identifying technical, commercial and programme issues and solutions to resolve
• Support monitoring of technical components / logistical elements of the projects, and ensure strong feedback loop into project design, safety processes, and monitoring and control systems.
• Communication of lessons learned as well as identification of continuous improvement opportunities
• Assist in business development and project development, collaborating with project managers/project engineers to ensure project success

What skills will I need to succeed in the role?
We acknowledge that not everyone will fulfil every requirement outlined in this job description. If you believe you could excel in this role and contribute positively, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every criterion 100%.

• Educated to degree level in a STEM subject or equivalent experience
• Demonstrable experience in an engineering environment, possibly even offshore or with battery storage
• Highly organised, able to work to tight deadlines, and committed to excellence
• A positive, self-motivated, and accountable problem solver
• Excellent communication and analytical skills, with an eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple projects
• IT and leadership skills are desirable
• Familiar with UK regulatory and HSE regulations and compliance framework
• Electrical /power engineering background is highly desirable
• Strong sense of responsibility and contribution to common goals
• Eligible to work permanently in the UK

What is our interview process?

• All of our CVs are reviewed by real in the recruitment team
• If there’s a match, we’ll invite you for a 30 min screening call to allow us to get to know each other better
• The next stage is an in-person interview with a team leader and senior management, we may ask you to prepare something for this one too
• We’ll try and get all of this done within 3 weeks

In return for your hard work, we offer a range of benefits, including but not limited to:

• Company events and socials
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Annual Bonus
• Cycle to work scheme
• Profit sharing (for some roles, to be discussed at interview)
• Green travel scheme (after one full year of service)

At Noriker, we’re passionate about creating inclusive workplaces where everyone can be themselves and contribute to the fullest of their ability. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where the focus is on everyone’s contribution, where distinctions are based on professionalism, personality and commitment. We strive to be classification blind, we just want the best people to join us, stay with us, and contribute in their own unique way.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Profit sharing
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cheltenham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Please state your salary or package expectations for this role.

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cheltenham
Reference ID: NP14