All Things Renewables - Bridging the Talent Gap Episode.

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All Things Renewables - Bridging the Talent Gap Episode.

Bridging the Talent Gap

In this episode of All Things Renewables, we tackle the pressing issue of the talent gap in the renewable energy sector. Featuring Martin Schnoor Warming, founder of RECOA, Adam Grainger, founder of LSP Renewables, and Scott Thomson, Head of Solar at LSP, this discussion delves into the challenges and opportunities of workforce development in the industry. Our expert guests share their perspectives on attracting, training, and retaining the skilled professionals needed to drive the sector forward. Whether you're an industry veteran or a newcomer, this episode offers valuable insights into bridging the talent gap and fostering the next generation of clean energy leaders.

Check our RECOA's site and all they have to offer here!

Looking for new job opportunities or looking for new talented renewables professionals, check out the LSP website here!

Connect with Martin on LinkedIn if you have any questions about the amazing work RECOA do.

If you would you like to get in touch with Adam or Scott, their contact details are below.

✉️adam.grainger@lsprenewables.com
✉️scott.thomson@lsprenewables.com

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Offshore Wind

Installation Engineer - Cables

United Kingdom - United Kingdom

Development and coordination of Cable logistic- and installation concepts according to schedule during planning and construction until operation. Collection of requirements, definition of scope, planning of time schedule and cost estimation. Support of the project-specific Risk- and Quality- Planning RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible to lead the technical definition, evaluation, planning, reporting and interfacing of the transport and installation activities for the cables (inter array or export cables). Including load out operations, transportation and installation of components, including handover(s), all in compliance with industry and company standards, and Health, Safety and Environment regulations and guidelines. Responsible to write, negotiate and execute technical chapters of the installation tender and contract and of other related transport and installation contracts Installation Engineering – Confirming method statements, risk assessments, lift plans, safety procedures, permits to work and related documents for all loading, transportation and offshore work is in place and accepted by all relevant parties TASKS Drive HSE performance through design and implementation to eliminate or reduce risks during construction, operation and maintenance Report and investigate all related near misses and incidents. Determine required and installation vessels for the cable offshore installation Provide subsea cable input into the other project packages during the design phase and define the working interfaces with them Prepare and execute relevant documents for the cable installation ITT Technical evaluation Transportation and Installation proposals during tender stage Assess the technical aspects of tenders Advise on the contract technical requirements, Write the technical specifications, Perform or oversee engineering calculations Review method statements and risk assessments and produce comments sheets. Assist the Engineering Manager with tasks associated with ensuring a safe design Coordinate within the project of assignment, as well as across-projects (with similar roles in other projects) to ensure delivery as per objectives and company standards (including but not limited to). Provide input to the risk and programme analysis. Follow up the preparation for execution activities and required interfaces, and support on technical aspects of the transportation and installation. Closely Coordinate and communicate with the Principal Contractor and Site Management teams, the Marine Warranty Surveyor, the Employers Inspectors and Engineers and the Contractor’s Offshore Installation Representatives. Respond to technical queries or interface with other packages/Contractors to resolve queries Ensure offshore works procedures are being carried out in accordance with the Employers Requirements and best industry practice. Support the Contract manager in the preparation of variation orders and claims Compile the As Built documentation DELIVERABLES: Installation timeline Installation contractor UXO + Boulder Clearance Campaign for cable routes Interface Matrix Knowledge Transfer Safe installation within the given time and budget QUALIFICATIONS Engineering background with strong knowledge in submarine cable design, cable fabrication, layout and design of offshore cable decks, cable pull-in operations, seabed assessment and preparation, offshore cable laying and cable protection, and termination and HV testing procedures Significant experience in the offshore wind industry (5+ years) Significant and in-depth experience in Project Management of offshore submarine cables in either the Offshore Wind Energy industry, Submarine Telecommunications or Oil & Gas

Offshore Wind

Installation Engineer - Foundations

United Kingdom - United Kingdom

Development and coordination of Foundation logistic- and installation concepts according to schedule during planning and construction until operation. Collection of requirements, definition of scope, planning of time schedule and cost estimation. Support of the project-specific Risk and Quality Planning. RESPONSIBILITIES; Responsible to lead the technical definition, evaluation, planning, reporting and interfacing of the transport and installation activities for the Foundation components. Including load out operations, transportation and installation of components, including handover(s), all in compliance with industry and company standards, and Health, Safety and Environment regulations and guidelines. Responsible to write, negotiate and execute technical chapters of the installation tender and contract and of other related transport and installation contracts Installation Engineering – Confirming method statements, risk assessments, lift plans, safety procedures, permits to work and related documents for all loading, transportation and offshore work is in place and accepted by all relevant parties TASKS: Drive HSE performance through design and implementation to eliminate or reduce risks during construction, operation and maintenance Report and investigate all related near misses and incidents. Determine required transportation- and installation vessels for the Foundation transport and offshore installation Provide Foundation input into the other project packages during the design phase and define the working interfaces with them Prepare and execute relevant documents for the Foundation installation ITT Technical evaluation Transportation and Installation proposals during tender stage Evaluate potential ports as for storage and load out of Foundations Assess the technical aspects of tenders Advise on the contract technical requirements, Write the technical specifications, Perform or oversee engineering calculations Review method statements and risk assessments and produce comments sheets. Assist the Engineering Manager with tasks associated with ensuring a safe design Coordinate within the project of assignment, as well as across-projects (with similar roles in other projects) to ensure delivery as per objectives and company standards (including but not limited to). Provide input to the risk and programme analysis. Follow up the preparation for execution activities and required interfaces, and support on technical aspects of the transportation and installation. Evaluate deck layouts, sea fastenings and guideline concepts for the transport and offshore installation of foundations Closely Coordinate and communicate with the Principal Contractor and Site Management teams, the Marine Warranty Surveyor, the Employers Inspectors and Engineers and the Contractor’s Offshore Installation Representatives. Respond to technical queries or interface with other packages/Contractors to resolve queries Ensure offshore works procedures are being carried out in accordance with the Employers Requirements and best industry practice. Support the Contract manager in the preparation of variation orders and claims Compile the As Built documentation DELIVERABLES: Foundation installation timeline Scour protection timeline Noise mitigation concept Foundation installation contractor Interface Matrix Knowledge Transfer QUALIFICATIONS: Engineering background with strong knowledge in foundation installation incl. selection of the right tools for monopile installation (impact hammer, drill), eventually gravity-based structures, noise mitigation, noise monitoring and a focus on installation of transition pieces and/or secondary steel structures Significant experience in the offshore wind industry (5+ years)Significant and in-depth experience in Project Management of offshore foundations in either the Offshore Wind Energy industry or Oil & Gas

Offshore Wind

Installation Engineer - WTG

United Kingdom - United Kingdom

Development and coordination of WTG logistics and installation concepts according to schedule during planning and construction until operation. Collection of requirements, definition of scope, planning of time schedule and cost estimation. Support of the project specific Risk and Quality Planning. RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible to lead the technical definition, evaluation, planning, reporting and interfacing of the transport and installation activities for the WTG components. Including load out operations, transportation and installation of components, including handover(s), all in compliance with industry and company standards, and Health, Safety and Environment regulations and guidelines. Responsible to write, negotiate and execute technical chapters of the installation tender and contract and of other related transport and installation contracts Installation Engineering – Confirming method statements, risk assessments, lift plans, safety procedures, permits to work and related documents for all loading, transportation and offshore work is in place and accepted by all relevant parties TASKS: Drive HSE performance through design and implementation to eliminate or reduce risks during construction, operation and maintenance Report and investigate all related near misses and incidents. Determine required transportation- and installation vessels for the WTG transport and offshore installation Provide WTG installation input into the other project packages during the design phase and define the working interfaces with them Prepare and execute relevant documents for the WTG installation ITT Technical evaluation Transportation and Installation proposals during tender stage Evaluate potential ports as for storage, pre-assembly and load out of WTG Assess the technical aspects of tenders Advise on the contract technical requirements, Write the technical specifications, Perform or oversee engineering calculations Review method statements and risk assessments and produce comments sheets. assist the Engineering Manager with tasks associated with ensuring a safe design coordinate within the project of assignment, as well as across-projects (with similar roles in other projects) to ensure delivery as per objectives and company standards (including but not limited to). Provide input to the risk and programme analysis. follow up the preparation for execution activities and required interfaces, and support on technical aspects of the transportation and installation. Evaluate deck layouts, sea fastenings and guideline concepts for the transport and offshore installation of WTG Closely Coordinate and communicate with the Principal Contractor and Site Management teams, the Marine Warranty Surveyor, the Employers Inspectors and Engineers and the Contractor’s Offshore Installation Representatives. Respond to technical queries or interface with other packages/Contractors to resolve queries Ensure offshore works procedures are being carried out in accordance with the Employers Requirements and best industry practice. Support the Contract manager in the preparation of variation orders and claims Compile the As Built documentation DELIVERABLES: Turbine installation timeline Turbine installation contractor Interface Matrix Knowledge Transfer QUALIFICATIONS: Engineering background with strong knowledge in turbine installation and a focus on vessel charter and vessel management Significant experience in the offshore wind industry (5+ years) Significant and in-depth experience in Project Management of offshore submarine cables in either the Offshore Wind Energy industry, Submarine Telecommunications or Oil & Gas

Offshore Wind

Contract Manager

Netherlands - Netherlands

Job title Contract Manager Location 50% Netherlands, 50% remote Start date ASAP Duration yearly rolling contract Scope T&I Contract Management

Offshore Wind

Hydrographer - Senior

Remote / Swindon - United Kingdom

Provision of hydrographic services to a leading offshore wind developer. To include: Technical support to projects as required as part of technical team Support to the package manager on unspecified technical tasks Review of reports, data and documents. Support across packages during consent application. Support during survey planning, tender negotiations, and execution. Support to projects during construction works. Experience Required Working knowledge of CARIS, ArcMap/ArcPRO, QGIS and other relevant software necessary. Relevant degree course in geoscience or surveying and at least 10 years suitable sufficient experience in a similar role.

Offshore Wind

Senior Authorised Person

Germany - Germany

• Work alongside the Electrical Systems Package site representatives and Client Commissioning Team to assist in delivering the hot commissioning activities as Clients Engineer, driving the work scope forward on site to meet the project programme. • Client witness and sign off for Stage 1 and Stage 2 completion for Substations • Provide technical support for Project Senior Authorised Persons and M&E Engineers. • Reporting to the Commissioning Manager (Lead) • Based principally in the Jack-Up Vessel following installation of the assets offshore. Alternatively, limited work period in the onshore construction yard before Load-Out. • Initial investigation and reporting of incidents • Plan, document and perform switching operations (155 kV) at offshore substations, export cables, and wind turbines in line with HV Safety Rules. • Manage the Permit to Work (PTW) system – Permit request and approval,. • Carry out fault diagnosis and troubleshooting on offshore HV equipment. Deliverables: • Weekly reporting and record keeping on progress and issues to the Commissioning Manager (Lead) • Liaise with Engineering and Quality Departments to ensure Outstanding Engineering/Quality Issues are resolved. • Interface with the IAC team, OSS team and WTG team. • Elaboration of Switching Plan and HV Switching Schedules. • Responsible for revision of accurate ‘As Built’ Drawings and Records produced by Contractors. Certifications: • Relevant technical education in an electrical engineering discipline • Certified Switching Operator (Schaltberechtigter) or eligibility to be certified with the corresponding training. • GWO basic safety training • GWO Enhanced First Aid Training (Ersthelfer Offshore DGUV) • Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET) • Offshore medical fitness Other requirements: • Proven experience as Senior Authorized Person in MV/HV assets (Client or Contractor role) • Knowledge of testing Alarms/Controls/Indications from a range of MV/HV Equipment • Knowledge of commissioning of LV/MV/HV Switchgear and associated components. • Knowledge of GE/Hitachi protection relays including IEC61850/Goose communications is desirable. • Experience of BMS Systems is desirable • Understanding of HV Safety Rules. • Self-starting with planning/coordination and problem solving abilities. • Fluent written and verbal English with good communication skills. • Broad knowledge of HV/MV equipment operations combined with commissioning experience. • Eligibility to be nominated as Electrical Person in Charge of the Electrical Installation.

Offshore Wind

CFE Supervisor

Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia

Position: CFE Supervisor Scope: Cable lay Location: Saudi Arabia Duration: Five to six months on a 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off rotation Start: Travel to Bahrain,17th January Further requirements: - Passport & Seamans Book - Offshore Medical & Survival -Previous experience supervising CFE operations

Offshore Wind

Fabrication Supervisor - WTG

Hull, United Kingdom - United Kingdom

Responsible for monitoring the quality and progress of the WTG package. Role objective Monitor quality and progress of (WTG) Blades at WTG Supplier’s factory Responsibilities Witness the supplier works Witness the supplier's inspection activities Follow-up on manufacturing progress (via Manufacturing Inspection Plan and project related plans of P/D Dates and shipments) Report non-conformities and observations Tasks Participate in final inspections (paint & add on) and final tagging Monitor production activities and production documentation as spot checks Monitor product quality and participate in FAI activities Report non-conformities detected during inspection and manufacturing Report relevant quality issues in NCR system (i.e. Synergi) Follow-up on preservation and maintenance of components at supplier's storage area Follow-up on manufacturing progress according to agreed project manufacturing schedule (MIP) Keep track of trend concerning repeated non-conformities and manufacturing errors and follow-up with the supplier concerning corrective and preventive actions Documentation of daily work and inspections to WTG Fabrication & Quality Manager Prioritise participation in inspection for different Add on components according to failure trends and criticality of failures Check of CTQs according to Digital inspection tool e.g LEP- VG – DT- Paint- LPS-LOPC Review quality related as-built documentation Highlight relevant HSE related issues Deliverables Inspection and manufacturing reports Non-conformity (Synergi) reports Additional comments Consultant should bring own PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) needed to perform the work and flashlight Consultant should preferably live close to the blade manufacturing site Work on weekend is not planned, but might become relevant as an exception Access and work restrictions, e.g., due to HSE requirements, may exceptionally be applied by the supplier at their site, limiting chargeable workdays Qualifications Technical education relevant for the subject matter. Recommended 3 years of work experience within wind /manufacturing of blades Recommended 1 year of experience from similar position Good knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes and smart phone applications for digital inspections Language skills Good English skills in writing and speaking Soft skills Adaptable, works well in teams, strong communication abilities Capable of establishing trustful relationship Proactive Self-driven Hands on experience Polite and calm by nature Cooperative Safety conscious Quality conscious

Offshore Wind

Package Manager - Onshore Substation

United Kingdom - United Kingdom

The role will safely deliver all aspects of the design, contracting, construction and handover to operations of the Onshore Substation Package As the Onshore Substation Package Manager you will safely deliver the Onshore Substation and connection to the national electricity transmission network including substation design, supply, installation and commissioning, and liaison with the 400kV package Manager Grid/TSO and other authorities as required. You will ensure the package equipment is developed and integrated fully into the wider electrical system including the offshore substations, offshore cables and landfall infrastructure and handed over with all documentation complete as required. Deliver the electrical system, procurement and project management of the electrical system component parts (where technical and commercial synergies exist) in liaison with the Lead Electrical Engineer and Senior Project Manager for the project. Be responsible for the planning, time schedule and budget control of the Onshore Substation, grid connection works and associated electrical systems and equipment, and civils and mechanical works. Face to face interactions with the site team and main contractor at the construction site is expected for a minimum of two days per week. CERTIFICATIONS Degree or Chartership in Project Management and membership of recognised Project Management organisation such as APM Sound knowledge of Electrical Engineering, preferably higher qualification, or closely related competency Renewable energy/offshore wind farm experience Demonstrable experience of working effectively in an international business OTHER REQUIREMENTS Understanding of and ability to work to the CDM regulations. Experience of working in package management of Offshore substations or closely related complex infrastructure. Experience on large, complex capital projects through development and construction phase, especially HV and EHV transmission systems and associated works in the UK. Knowledge of grid infrastructure and grid code Renewable energy/offshore wind farm experience

Offshore Wind

HR Controller - Senior

Essen, Germany - Germany

Establish a trusted HR controlling function for our Client’s Offshore Wind Business Unit that measures, monitors, and reports workforce efficiency and effectiveness to senior leadership, aligned with our Client’s growth plans in offshore wind. Primary Objectives: Design and deliver executive grade management reports on HR efficiency for Offshore Wind Implement a repeatable reporting cadence with robust definitions, controls, and auditability across HR stack (SAP / SuccessFactors). Provide insights and actions that support Offshore capacity build out, project delivery, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: A. Reporting Framework & Governance (Offshore) Define a KPI architecture reflecting Client’s segment view (Offshore), focusing on delivering efficiency program outcome. Establish data governance (validation, reconciliation to payroll/finance, versioning), and role based access. B. Data Management & Measurement (HR Stack) Maintain a single source of truth for headcount/FTE focusing on efficiency program C. Report Design & Delivery (Executive Grade for Offshore) Monthly Executive Dashboard + Quarterly Management Report with: Executive Summary (signals, risks, actions). Variance Analysis (plan vs. actual; forecast vs. actual; staffing vs. project schedules). Root Cause & Action Tracker (initiative list, owners, deadlines, impact). Delivery in Power BI Ad hoc analyses for Board Senior Management Deliverables (Offshore) Executive Reporting Pack (Monthly + Quarterly) – Power BI/Tableau dashboards plus PPT/PDF with narrative and action list. Quarterly Efficiency Review – deep dive on staffing & onboarding, learning compliance, benefit realization supporting capacity additions. Forecasting & Scenario Models – headcount & cost projections linked to project schedules/milestones. Action/Initiative Tracker – owners, milestones, status, expected € impact. Tools & Systems (Offshore Stack) Source Systems: SAP (Recruiting, Learning, Performance & Goals, Succession, Compensation); Payroll; Time & Attendance; Finance/CO. Analytics & Reporting: Power BI; Excel for reconciliation; PPT for executive pack. Roles & Responsibilities HR Controller (Offshore): Own framework, validations, narrative, and exec delivery. BI Analyst/Data Engineer: Build/maintain reporting and models Qualifications: Bachelor’s/Master’s in Business, Finance, HR Analytics, or related field. 5+ years in HR Controlling/People Analytics within complex, project‑driven organizations (energy/engineering a plus). Proficiency with Power BI/Tableau, advanced Excel; experience with SAP SuccessFactors (Recruiting, Learning, Performance & Goals, Succession, Compensation). Strong data quality and governance mindset; comfort with reconciliations and audit trails. Excellent communication skills—able to write executive summaries and present to senior leaders. Working knowledge of German HR compliance (DSGVO, co‑determination) and familiarity with contingent workforce processes is a plus. Fluent in English and German. Competencies: Analytical rigor & problem‑solving Stakeholder management & influence Business acumen (project delivery, cost/benefit) Data governance & attention to detail Clear executive communication (visuals + narrative) Success Measures: On‑time, accurate executive reporting Actionable insights adopted by Offshore leadership; benefits realized vs. plan Reduced data issues; strong audit trail and compliance

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