Posted 01 August, 2026
BESS O&M Service Engineer
Progressive Recruitment
Oxfordshire, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
We're currently supporting a leading global energy solutions provider who are looking to recruit an experienced BESS O&M Service Engineer for their UK BESS Projects\n
\nTheir current projects are located in Oxfordshire and Southampton, so you need to be able to commute to both locations.\n
\nThis is a permanent role starting ASAP.\n
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\nTheir current projects are located in Oxfordshire and Southampton, so you need to be able to commute to both locations.\n
\nThis is a permanent role starting ASAP.\n
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The focus of the role is around:
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- Operation and maintenance of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems. \n
- Troubleshooting and performance optimisation. \n
- Being technically minded around installations and utility connections. \n
- Reviewing technical maintenance documentation and drawings. \n
- Supporting planning activities and emergency corrective maintenance support. \n
- Ensuring safe and efficient system operation in line with contract obligations. \n
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Key Responsibilities:
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- Conduct and support routine preventative and corrective maintenance of Battery Storage Systems and associated infrastructure. \n
- Carry out remote operations as part of corrective or preventative maintenance requirements. \n
- Perform site inspections and diagnostics using tools and test equipment. \n
- Ensure adherence to site-specific Health and Safety standards and regulations. \n
- Supervise subcontractors and ensure quality and compliance of third-party works. \n
- Provide support during commissioning, upgrades and major repairs. \n
- Review maintenance documentation and manuals and support drafting maintenance procedures and Methods of Statement. \n
- Cooperate with management and H&S teams to draft and review H&S documentation, RAMS and other relevant procedures. \n
- Support communication with OEM suppliers for maintenance procedures and relevant clarifications. \n
- Support drafting the annual plan of BESS projects. \n
- Provide on-call support for urgent site issues outside normal working hours. \n
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Requirements:
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- Solid experience with the operation and maintenance of Energy Storage/BESS Projects, Renewables or Power Sector industry (minimum 2 years' experience). \n
- Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline. \n
- Strong understanding and training on LV systems, Inverters, Energy Management Systems and Batteries. \n
- ECS/CSCS card or eligibility to obtain one. \n
- Working knowledge of UK HSE regulations and safe working practices. \n
- Strong organisational and written communication skills. \n
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the UK. \n
- Forward thinking, a problem solver and solution provider. \n
- Flexibility for participating in out-of-hours coverage. \n
- Experience with HV operations would be advantageous. \n
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