Director of Renewable Energy Development

7 days ago


Enniskillen, United Kingdom SSE PLC Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled professional to join our team as Director of Onshore Wind, Solar, and Battery for Europe. As a member of the SSE Renewables Executive Committee, you will be responsible for developing and delivering technology strategies for expanding our European footprint in line with our strategic objectives to accelerate growth, optimise value and achieve a just transition to net zero.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement technology strategies to expand our European footprint in line with our strategic objectives.
  • Oversee integrated technology harnessing performance, strategy, and culture for our European assets, including Spain, Italy, France, Greece, Germany, and Poland.
  • Originate, develop, construct, deliver, and operate assets, including wind, solar, and battery technologies.
  • Manage P&L and be responsible for continuing to improve high levels of engagement and a diverse and inclusive culture across these locations.
  • Provide sign off on multi-million-pound devex and capex projects and drive operational performance to optimise commercial contribution.
  • Establish, in the longer term, an asset management business responsible for operational assets, including safe and commercial operations.
  • Make recommendations on greenfield and brownfield opportunities to the Executive Committee across all locations.
  • Shaping and aligning the teams of circa 100 staff, contractors, and specialist consultants working within the technologies.
  • Actively develop and lead a performance culture ensuring goals are met and that teams are motivated to improve processes, innovate, and develop their capability.
  • Drive operational safety, health, and wellbeing performance and embed a safety-first culture that constructively challenges and praises behaviours.
Requirements
  • Deep understanding of the renewables industry within European markets, including an understanding of wind, solar, and battery technologies.
  • Experience of working in or supporting high-value, complex capital projects, including deep understanding of the commercial value drivers of operational services.
  • Strong people leadership skills and significant experience in leading teams, projects, and programmes.
  • Experience in negotiations and excellent stakeholder management skills to drive delivery and ensure investments are fully optimised to deliver value.
  • A growth mindset, with experience of change programme, and empowering the generation of innovative ideas and opportunities.
  • Fluency in Spanish and/or Italian, and the ability to do business in English.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing, and family, and a hybrid and flexible working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment, and upon joining SSE.



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