Josh Brazier

Josh Brazier

Associate Consultant - Site

As an Associate Consultant at LSP Renewables, Josh specialises in connecting market-leading talent with innovative projects in the offshore wind industry. With a passion for renewable energy and a customer-centric approach, he is dedicated to providing an industry-leading level of service to our clients and candidates.

His role involves successfully delivering on multiple site based positions such as Wind Turbine Technicians, for major offshore wind projects across Europe and Asia. Leveraging comprehensive understanding of offshore wind farms, gained through the Renewable Construction Academy certification, he listens, understands, searches, and delivers tailored solutions that meet the unique challenges and goals of the renewable energy sector.

By bridging the gap between skilled professionals and pioneering projects, he contributes to the growth and sustainability of the offshore wind industry, ensuring that our clients have the best talent to drive their projects forward.

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Energy Storage Recruitment

O&M Manager

Remote / UK - United Kingdom

Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager - BESS Are you ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving energy sector? This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic team of BESS Field Service Engineers, ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and repair of cutting-edge Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across the UK. Why This Role Stands Out: - Leadership and Growth: Take charge of a growing team, guiding and mentoring engineers while driving continuous improvement and technical excellence. - Technical Challenge: Engage with advanced energy storage technologies, power electronics, and IT/networking systems, ensuring high operational uptime and safety compliance. - Strategic Impact: Balance day-to-day operational priorities with long-term strategic planning, contributing to the future of energy storage solutions. - Professional Development: Enhance your skills through hands-on management, risk assessments, and compliance with HSE standards, while also supporting the training and development of your team. Key Responsibilities: - Team & Operations Management: Lead and coordinate the BESS Field Service Engineering team, manage schedules, and serve as the escalation point for technical issues. - Performance & Quality Oversight: Ensure timely maintenance, system upgrades, and emergency responses, while monitoring performance metrics to drive improvements. - Safety & Compliance: Conduct risk assessments, ensure adherence to HSE standards, and maintain compliance records. - Customer & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the technical liaison for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring service excellence and timely issue resolution. - Training & Development: Mentor and coach engineers, support training initiatives, and participate in recruitment and onboarding. - Continuous Improvement & Reporting: Identify process improvements, contribute to product and design enhancements, and produce detailed performance reports. Requirements: Essential: - Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Electro-mechanical, or Energy Engineering. - Proven experience managing engineering or maintenance teams, ideally within the energy, renewables, or industrial sectors. - Strong understanding of electrical systems, energy storage technologies, and power electronics. - Experience working to UK H&S standards and conducting formal risk assessments. - Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills. - Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across sites, including overnight stays when required. Preferred: - Prior experience managing operations related to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). - Familiarity with HV/LV switching operations and authorisation procedures. - Working knowledge of IT and networking systems (e.g. MODBUS/TCP, remote diagnostics, VLANs, etc.). Seize this chance to lead in a pivotal role within the energy sector, driving innovation and excellence in BESS operations and maintenance. Apply today to make a lasting impact.

Onshore Wind

BESS Engineer (O&M)

U.K - United Kingdom

LSP Renewables are partnered with a leading global EPC to find a dynamic BESS Engineer to join their U.K O&M team, to perform both preventative and corrective maintenance tasks across the North of England region. This role specifically requires expertise in BESS, as the successful candidate will provide second-line service for BESS technologies and will be expected to undertake all elements of BESS maintenance and service work. Key Responsibilities: Perform hands-on electrical and mechanical work including wiring, racking, and interconnection. Configure and test BMS (Battery Management System), EMS (Energy Management System), and PCS (Power Conversion System) components. Conduct pre-commissioning checks, system calibration, and functional verification testing. Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, communication, and control system issues on-site. Ensure compliance with safety protocols, electrical codes, and equipment manufacturer standards. Perform regular maintenance, diagnostics, and performance monitoring of deployed BESS units. Maintain detailed logs, site reports, commissioning documentation, and as-built drawings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical contractors, OEM vendors, and project managers. Support training and handover for operations & maintenance teams post-commissioning. Skills required: Level 3 City & Guilds/NVQ qualification in electrical installations C&G 2391-52 or equivalent C&G 2382-18 HV AP qualification Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with BESS systems or high-voltage electrical systems. Experience working with battery technologies (lithium-ion, LFP, NMC, or flow) and associated safety protocols. Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, insulation testers). Familiarity with PCS (inverters), switchgear, SCADA, and low-voltage/high-voltage systems. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and manufacturer manuals. Knowledge of energy storage standards and grid compliance requirements. Comfortable working in remote or active construction sites with flexible hours and travel, BESS-specific OEM training (preferred but not required).

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