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Since its inception in 2017, LSP has deployed contractors with our Clients and Developers all over Europe, Asia, and the rest of the globe. We are experienced in the process of helping our contractors set up their payment model and assist with mobilisation and deployment alongside our trusted partners.

Why LSP?

  • We pride ourselves on our customer service, getting back to candidates with the outcomes – positive or negative.
  • Our consultants are contract specialists who can talk you through the intricacies of working as a contractor
  • Specialising in verticals our consultant can advise you about the current market within your specialist area
  • Dedicated compliance team to ensure you have all the documentation you need to operate in countries across the globe compliantly
  • Specialist mobilisation team who can help you through our trusted partners to mobilise anywhere in the world
  • Plus, a number of partners to assist you as a contractor to help you to organise anything from PPE to training

FAQ's

Our dedicated Compliance department work closely with all our contractors providing support and advise throughout the process. Prior to starting your contract LSP will require the following information:

  • A clear copy of your Passport (Please note that by providing this, you consent to LSP conducting an ID Check via a trusted partner.)

If operating through a limited company, these further documents will be required: 

  • Certificate of Company Incorporation
  • VAT Registration Certificate (if relevant)
  • Bank Details (please note that we will require these on an official document which also shows your company name. This can be a screenshot or picture of the relevant part of your bank statement, for example.)
  • Insurance Certificates 
  • A1 Certificate (if applicable)
  • Any relevant certifications and/or qualifications

You simply need to register with LSP Renewables. Once on our system our specialist consultants will keep you abreast of the latest jobs as they come in ensuring you are kept in the loop of all the latest renewable energy vacancies.

 

Whether you are looking to work in offshore wind, onshore wind, solar or any other renewable energy markets LSP have the knowledge to find you the right role.

As a work-seeker, you can choose three different ways of working with LSP when providing your services. There are different reasons why you might choose one way of working over another – each contract type varies in terms of what pay rate you will receive and what benefits (if any) you are entitled to. Ultimately, it is up to each work-seeker to determine which way of working suits you best as LSP cannot advise you on which option you should choose.

In simple terms, LSP engage temporary workers providing their services under one of the following models:

LIMITED COMPANY

A personal service company is a Limited Company that is owned and managed by the individual providing the services to the end client. LSP pays the PSC a gross sum. Typically, the contractor (who will be the director/shareholder) will be paid by the Limited Company either by way of wages (subject to employment taxes) and/or by way of dividends (subject to corporation tax). 

EMPLOYER OF RECORDS/PAYROLL MANAGEMENT COMPANY

An Employer of Record (EOR) is a third-party organization that legally employs workers on behalf of another company. As a contractor, using an EOR means the EOR becomes your official employer for tax, payroll, and compliance purposes—even though you work for a client company. They handle contracts, pay you, deduct taxes, and manage statutory benefits like pension contributions or holiday pay. The EOR ensures you're compliant with local labor laws without needing the client to set up a legal entity in that country and it protects both you and the client from misclassification risks (e.g., being treated as a freelancer when you're functionally an employee).In short, it’s a way to work flexibly across borders or industries while staying legally protected and properly paid. You can view the list of preferred EoR/management companies here.

If in the UK:

UMBRELLA COMPANY 

An Umbrella Company is a UK company that employs workers on an over-arching contract of employment and provides these workers to LSP and LSP in turn provide the workers to LSP’s end client. The worker in this scenario is also classified as an “agency worker” for the purposes of AWR. LSP pays the approved Umbrella Company gross for the hours worked by the worker, and the Umbrella Company makes all relevant tax and employment deductions before paying the worker a net sum. You can view the list of preferred umbrella suppliers to LSP here.

PAYE (PAY AS YOU EARN)

A PAYE worker is an individual engaged on a contract for services (not a contract of service i.e., employment contract) to work temporarily via LSP for an end client. This category of worker is generally identified as an “agency worker” and is within scope of AWR. LSP deducts PAYE tax and NI insurance at source and pays the temporary worker a net sum. 


You can find out more by reading the example PAYE and Limited Company contracts below:

PAYE Contract** | Limited Company Contract**

**These contracts are general terms of business, the specific details relating to actual assignments would be confirmed when an assignment is offered

LSP Renewables have a dedicated mobilisation team, we work closely with our travel industry partners to ensure we can provide (if required) the most flexible and most competitive travel fares.

We can assist with:

  • flights
  • train travel
  • accommodation
  • boat travel
  • car hire

Should you be mobilising to another country LSP will guide you through the process and introduce you to our in country partners to help apply for work permits and/or visas to ensure there are no nasty surprises when you arrive at your destination and you can get on with the job at hand. 

LSP operate an online timesheet portal enabling you to log your hours from a device or computer and without the need for paper timesheets. This efficient solution means you can submit hours and expenses and receive digital approval from your manager. At the beginning of your contract you will receive your personal login details to the portal.

For access to the portal, please click here.

For help using the  portal, please use our InTime Contractor User Guide

If you still require assistance, you can contact our Finance department on intime@lsprenewables.com 

How should I approach a role if it is 'Outside IR35'


The engagement of a contractor in this way should be treated as a business-to-business relationship. This relationship is between LSP Renewables and the limited company providing the services (ie the PSC)

  • Ideally instead of providing LSP with your CV, a copy of your businesses profile and qualifications of any contractors that will be provided by the business (i.e., the PSC) should be provided.
  • Ideally your business should have a dedicated email address ie joebloggs@123limited.com as opposed to a generic email.
  • The right to substiution will usually apply - this means that another representative acting on behalf of your business (PSC) can cover the scope of works the limited company has been contracted to carry out.

What is IR35?

 

Due to wide non-compliance with the IR35 rules, the government introduced reforms in the public sector in April 2017 – these are known as the “off-payroll rules”. The Chancellor announced in the Budget on the 29th October 2018 that the government would also reform the off-payroll working rules in the private sector,  the implementation took place from 6th April 2021. From this date, the liability for assessing IR35 status is no longer on the contractor’s intermediary but on the client.

When does IR35 apply?

IR35 applies where the worker operates through a UK Limited company. If you engage and supply contrators who work via an intermediary (typically a PSC), where taxes and NICs are not deducted at source, then you are likely to be affected.

How is the employment of the worker assessed?

HMRC provides an employment status tool (CEST) to find out if you, or a worker on a specific engagement should be classed as employed or self-employed for tax purposes.

When a client releases a role in the UK the job role will be assessed to give an initial 'Inside or Outside' determination. Usually once a contractor is identified to carry out the role then a further assessment is completed by the limited company provider to confirm this status determination (SDS)

Access our IR35 Guide here to find out how this will impact you.


Key Information Document

 

This legislation incorporates a revision into the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations, or ‘Conduct Regulations.’

The purpose of the implementation of Key Information Documents was to increase pay transparency for agency workers and provide key information regarding their assignments. You can view an example of the KID with the various different pay models here.

Download KID Example Here.

LSP Renewables Ltd (“LSP”) will be compliant with the provisions of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) with respect to recruiting and placement of seafarers as detailed in Article 1.4 of the convention and as required under United Kingdom Legislation.
To find out more about the legislation, and view an example seafarers employment agreement, please click  here.
To view a copy of our latest Seafarer complaints policy, please click here.

Latest Jobs

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Role Overview: Our client is seeking a dedicated Deputy HV Control Engineer to support the HV Control Engineer in managing and overseeing high-voltage electrical systems. This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the electrical network. Key Responsibilities: - Promote a strong safety culture. - Represent BLP in TSO/DSO communications and exchange dispatch information. - Participate in FAT/SAT testing and contribute to BLP Electrical Safety Rules (ESR). - Perform remote switching operations, apply LOTO/demarcation, and plan electrical works. - Communicate outages and coordinate with AP/SAPs. - Ensure corrective actions during abnormal occurrences. - Initiate emergency response procedures and maintain safety documentation. - Review work requests, RAMS, monitor SCADA systems, and ensure smooth shift changes. - Train O&M staff and liaise with TSO for safety precautions. Qualifications: - Experience in HV commissioning and operations under electrical safety rules. - Proficiency in safety documentation, switching schedules, and electrical regulations. - Fluency in English and Polish. - Ability to manage power distributions, operate BLP OWP via SCADA, and ensure rapid restoration during faults. - Adherence to safety rules and safe processes for energisations. - Competence in issuing and approving switching schedules and PtW. - Safe operation of the plant under BLP Wind Electrical Safety Rules. This role is ideal for a professional looking to advance their career in a challenging and rewarding environment. Apply today to join a team committed to excellence and innovation in the high-voltage electrical industry.

Transmission Recruitment

Lead Cable Engineer

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Offshore Wind

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Offshore Wind

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