George Robinson

George Robinson

Consultant - Engineering

George graduated from the University of Greenwich with a Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering. He joined LSP in February 2020 as a Delivery Consultant within our delivery team. Using his knowledge of Civil Engineering to provide first class delivery, George quickly took on the role of Senior Delivery Consultant and became a vital part of our delivery function. George has been with LSP for over 2 years and was promoted to an Account Managers across both our Permanent and Contract Division. George will focus on delivering and networking within Senior roles across the renewable energy industry.

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Green Hydrogen

Head of HSE

Bristol, United Kingdom - United Kingdom

On behalf of our client, we looking for an experienced Head of HSE to join their team in Bristol, UK. As the Head of HSE, you will manage HSE across the development, execution, construction, and operations of the green hydrogen projects. You’ll be responsible for the HSE discipline, including developing and implementing procedures, tools, organisation, and workflows to ensure the highest possible level of health safety and environmental control. You’ll be working closely across the whole organisation to secure successful project delivery and safe operations. Furthermore, you’ll be leading and working closely with the authorities in relation to the safety and environmental permitting process. Responsibilities Lead the authority permitting process related to environment and safety for the business. Liaising with authorities Manage all HSE reporting and set up the full HSE training program Take an active part in public meetings to address any HSE-related topics Further develop the safety concept of the plant; ensure that safety is optimally included in the plant design Ensure that all relevant requirements for safety and environment are followed and included in all aspects of the project (incl. detail design, construction, commissioning, startup, and into operations) Keeping up to date and ensuring compliance with current health and safety legislation Review contractors’ safety competencies, qualifications, and documents, as part of the selection process Establish site safety plans before the commencement of site works. This is in close collaboration with local organizations, contractors, and authorities When construction work starts, actively ensure that site safety is kept at its highest level  Ensuring that all equipment installations are done safely Undertaking risk assessments and identifying potential hazards Desired Expertise & Skills Proven experience as an HSE Manager with broad safety and environmental management experience from energy infrastructure projects Experienced in working with safety and environment regulatory permitting processes Proven track record of working with regulatory authorities Strong leadership and organisational skills Familiar with safety and environmental requirements related to the construction, commissioning, and operations of large industrial plants Excellent communication and people skills Excellent understanding of HSE legislation in UK and knowledge of Denmark and German regulation preferable Fluent in English, Danish and German language skills desirable but not essential

Onshore Wind

Package Manager - IAC

Hamburg - Germany

Scope Of Works Managing works in line with company values, internal compliance policies, external regulations, the Project Management Framework (PMF), and Delegation of Authority (DOA), while prioritising the interests of the end client (Operations). Ensuring all works adhere to the company’s HSE policies, 8 Life-Saving Rules, and ‘we care’ essential behaviour principles. Collaborating closely with the Procurement department to manage the procurement process, from ITT development to contract signing, ensuring the best interests of the project are upheld. Managing a matrixed team of experts who provide specialist input for delivering the package of works. Overseeing the engineering process within the package, ensuring buildability, operational considerations, interfaces, and safety by design are fully addressed. Creating a collaborative, transparent, and supportive work culture, focusing on knowledge sharing and lessons learned, both within the project and across our client. Facilitate an environment to enable clear communication lines with internal and external parties. Managing resources and budget within the package, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, while identifying, mitigating, and addressing risks and opportunities as needed. Management of all Contractor’s deliveries, RAMS, Quality and HSE performance. Providing interface support with all other packages within the Project Team, including the main interfaces with cable supplier. Review of interfacing packages documentation during development and construction phases. Deliverables Monthly package update report [Construction Monthly Report – CMR] in line with PMF and project specific requirements Decision papers / recommendation papers in line PMF and project specific requirements Change Management requests in line with PMF and project specific requirements Resource plans Budget reports Quality reports NCR Logs Risk report and mitigation plans/proposals Opportunities report and implementation plans/proposals Signed contract for execution of works Variation Orders Claims Management Education/Certificates Hold a degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Marine Logistics, Renewable Energy or another closely related engineering or science area. Other Requirements Hold a degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Marine Logistics, Renewable Energy or another closely related engineering or science area Have significant demonstratable experience in leading the successful and safe execution of offshore wind farm projects Have demonstratable experience of the tendering, negotiation and implementation of contracts used in offshore in offshore construction and vessel chartering A proven track record of successful project management and project execution in the offshore wind sector A team leader and team player comfortable working closely with your colleagues as part of an exciting and determined multinational global team A motivated, passionate, keen problem solver with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Willing, and able, to travel regularly within Europe and globally on an ad hoc basis as required to support our projects Willing, and able, to work offshore and at heights Fluent in both spoken and written English

Onshore Wind

Account Manager - O&M

Remote - United Kingdom

LSP Renewables have partnered with a leading asset management services business to recruit an O&M Account Manager to maximise and optimise their utility scale Onshore Wind portfolio. Our client provide asset management services to owners of utility scale Onshore Wind, Solar PV, and Battery Storage projects. The successful candidate will build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including landowners, turbine manufacturers, and O&M contractors, whilst optimising the portfolio and managing the operational and asset management contracts. Key Responsibilities Building and maintaining sound working relations and representing the Company with all key stakeholders in relation to the Wind assets both internally and externally e.g planners, landowners, turbine suppliers and O & M providers, including representing the Company at local community benefit fund meetings. Managing all sites within the Company’s portfolio ensuring that they are being effectively operated to optimise these assets in accordance with contractual, technical, environmental and budgetary requirements Identify fleet under-performance and liaise with the wider team to implement an action plan to resolve. Contract Management of all operational contracts and asset management agreements. Update as Asset Management Database tool for the operational fleet. Reporting on operational performance and providing detailed analysis and explanation to the Line Manager and Senior management and third-party owners. Support the business to ensure a smooth and effective transition from the development/ construction phase to the operating phase of newly developed wind assets through working closely and liaising with both internal and external stakeholders. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating with relevant professional societies. Close liaison with Site Managers to manage all aspects of operations including analysing availability figures and agree availability claims with OEMs. Establishing, enforcing and exemplifying all aspects of the company’s HSQE policies. Fulfil managerial duties including asset management duties, along with any other reasonable requests from the Line Manager as squired for benefit of the company. Participate in the tendering, procurement and renewal process for Operations & Maintenance activities/contracts during the operational phase. Prepared to travel within UK and overseas when required. Reporting on operational performance and providing detailed analysis and explanation to the wind farm owners/ board. Chair internal and external meetings in relation to the portfolio, taking responsibility for the minutes and circulating actions and ensuring these are followed through in a timely manner. Key role in developing systems and procedures for the operation of the wind farms. Fulfil other managerial duties, along with any other reasonable requests from the line manager as required for benefit of the company. Requirements Experience of wind and solar power operations. Knowledge of optimisation of wind turbine and solar performance parameters. Experience of SCADA and communication systems. Contract Management/ Asset Management experience Good commercial acumen Experience in Engineering would be a huge advantage

Development - VP

London - United Kingdom

We are currently looking for a Vice President of Development to assist in the management of the full development portfolio at every stage of the asset development process, liaising internally with the connections, planning, commercial and delivery teams to ensure that sites are developed with the end goal of optimal operational trading from the outset. The VP will solve challenges as they occur and proactively work to ensure the project progresses smoothly and swiftly to ready to build status. Key Responsibilities Manage All Grid Connections Interface with the relevant DNOs & TO’s on every connection project Work with external authorities to accelerate grid connections Manage grid resource internally Attend connections surgeries with DNO and TO, requesting connection budget offers and assisting in preparation of formal grid offers Assist connections team to manage formal grid application process including negotiating grid deposits. Work with the connections team to ensure best possible outcome of every grid offer Manage All Land Procurement Manage site finders and landowner relationship handover. Sign off of all RoT’s, CoT’s, HoT’s, Options to Lease, Freehold Support the drafting and negotiate Heads of Agreement with landowners and/or agents. Maintain strong relationships with landowners throughout development process, keeping them informed of progress and providing all required updates Planning For Risks and Constraints Identify key planning risks on potential sites and discussing implications of risk with planning team. Ensure that legal, ground, technical and landowner constraints are taken into account in the preparation of site layouts for planning Management and Negotiation Of Legal Risks Present risks to management. Manage and resolve risks to mitigate exposure Maintain senior relationships with solicitors, agents and landowners to negotiate Option and Lease Agreements to ensure swift agreement within agreed cost caps. Review land searches and Legal Reports produced by solicitors. Ensure all legal obligations within agreements are adhered to and monitoring key agreement dates. Review and manage any required Option extensions, Deeds of Variation, Licence for Works, wayleaves, easements and subleases. Request and incept required title indemnity insurance policies to cover any potential site risk. Acquisition and disposal of sites Appraise external acquisition site potentials. Assist with management of Joint Development Agreements and portfolio acquisition opportunities. Manage data rooms for external consultant review during due diligence. Liaise with lenders and consultants during transactions. Reporting & Budgeting Manage the entire development budget Present on a monthly basis the grid and development updates to management Completion Of Project Handover Produce a comprehensive handover document once project achieves RTB status and provide assistance to the delivery team to ensure smooth transition into construction. Compliance With Information Security Policies, Procedures And Requirements At All Times Adhere to any applicable information security policies and procedures and identify and report security incidents and suspected weaknesses to the appropriate point(s) of contact. Protect assets under care (e.g. laptops and other devices) and information/credentials against unauthorized access, sharing, and/or damage/loss, in accordance with the Information Classification and Handling Procedure. Clear desks of all sensitive material and log off/ lock workstations at the end of the day and when leaving desk for a prolonged period in accordance with Acceptable Usage Policies. Ensure not installing, copying or modifying of any software on equipment without authorisation. Support for quality health and safety environment (QHSE) activities, policies and Objectives This includes participating (when requested) in QHSE audits, office inductions, incident reporting and review of QHSE performances as applicable Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or any other energy or sustainability related field 5 to 8 years of experience in roles involving utility scale renewable energy project development Exceptional attention to detail Strong communication skills and able to work in a dynamic fast paced, diverse environment Proven ability to manage multiple renewable projects from inception to RTB Advanced project management and negotiation skills Project finance, budgeting skills Contract administration and legal skills

Offshore Wind

MV/HV Onshore Commissioning Engineer

North Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England

Scope of WorkWork alongside the Electrical Systems Package site representatives and Client Commissioning Engineers to assist in delivering the Commissioning activities as Clients Engineer, driving the work scope forwards on site to meet the project programme.Client witness and sign off for Stage 1 and Stage 2 Commissioning for Onshore Converter Substation.Provide technical support for Project Senior Authorised Persons and M&E Engineers.Provide assistance for the Client Onshore Commissioning Engineer (Lead) and SCADA Commissioning EngineerResponsibilities Accurate weekly reporting and record keeping on Progress and Issues to the Client Onshore Commissioning Engineer (Lead)Liaise with Engineering and Quality Departments to ensure Outstanding Engineering/Quality Issues are resolved.Interface with Export Cable and Offshore Substation Commissioning activities.Responsible for ensuring accurate ‘As Built’ Drawings and Commissioning Records are kept by the Subcontractor.Requirements Proven Electrical Commissioning Engineer in a MV/HV substation (Client or Contractor role)Knowledge of testing Alarms/Controls/Indications from a range of Substation Equipment to SCADA SystemsKnowledge of commissioning of LV/MV/HV Switchgear and associated components.Knowledge of Micom/GE protection relays including IEC61850/Goose communications is desirable.Experience of BMS Systems is desirableUnderstanding of HV Safety Rules.Self-starting with planning/coordination and problem solving abilities.Fluent written and verbal English with good communication skillsCertifications Relevant technical education, for example Electrical Engineering Degree/HNC desirable or equivalent.Valid National Grid Persons (Substations) certification is desirable but not essential.Valid CSCS/Safety Passport/SHEA Power required to get on site at the Onshore Converter Substation

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