Operations Controller

Overview

As Operational Controller, you ensure safe, efficient operation of Nadara’s UK wind assets through controlled access, asset handover, and performance monitoring. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to uphold Wind Turbine Safety Rules and coordinate with grid operators, contributing to reliable energy generation. You’ll monitor asset performance, respond to faults, and drive continuous improvement in control centre processes. This role offers exposure to wider European operations as the control centre expands and you help deliver decarbonisation at scale.

Responsibilities

• Manage site access and work control, ensuring visitors are booked and briefed; confirm authorised personnel for all site activities
• Maintain induction records and implement emergency response procedures
• Serve as Operational Controller under Wind Turbine Safety Rules; oversee day-to-day wind farm operations with Asset Managers
• Interface with National Grid and grid operators regarding outages and curtailments
• Monitor wind farms using SCADA systems; respond to faults and alarms; issue weather-based alerts
• Contribute to daily/weekly/monthly performance reports and validate energy export data
• Handle health, safety near-miss reporting and incident escalation; manage emergency calls
• Log Engineering Change Requests to prevent unauthorised plant modifications; adhere to control centre procedures
• Participate in continuous improvement of control centre services and performance analysis

Key requirements

• Technical discipline qualification is advantageous but not essential
• Experience in engineering or renewable energy preferred but not required
• Telephone handling experience with high-volume calls
• Experience in a procedure-driven environment
• Strong numeracy and excellent written/verbal communication
• IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn bespoke software

• Team player
• Motivated and flexible
• Strong communication and attention to detail
• SCADA systems
• Wind Turbine Safety Rules documentation
• Microsoft Office and ability to learn bespoke software

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