O&M Site Manager

Apply for the O&M Site Manager role at Hemiko. Hemiko is a fast‑growing innovative business which designs, builds, operates, maintains and finances low‑carbon district energy networks and building energy systems for communities. We work with local authorities, developers, house builders and property owners to reduce costs, energy consumption and carbon emissions through innovative design and proactive intelligence‑led system operations and optimisation. As a global frontrunner in achieving net zero, the UK is experiencing rapid growth in demand for the design, build, operation and maintenance of low‑carbon heat networks. This includes the decarbonisation of existing systems, especially to replace distributed fossil‑fuel heating with centralised low‑carbon heat generation at the district or communal level. Hemiko is committed to an honest and collaborative approach, to being innovative in everything we do, always looking for better ways to do things and avoiding unnecessary complexity and silos. We appreciate that everyone's circumstances are the same, and having the flexibility in working environments and work is essential to our wellbeing. If this is significant to you let us know when you apply, and we will discuss how this could work in your role. Hemiko strives to be an equal‑opportunities employer and welcomes applications from anyone regardless of ethnic origin, gender, gender expression, disability, age, trade union activity, marital status, religious belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. We are Armed Forces friendly and welcome applications from ex‑armed‑forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. The Role Your lead responsibility will be to provide management of sites and operational projects to ensure all sites are running safely, reliably and within budget. Projects will range from single site boiler room and energy centre installations and/or servicing through to large new build and retrofit district heating schemes. The candidate will own projects from pre‑construction through to operation, with involvement in pricing from the bid stage through to ongoing O&M. Specific Tasks Responsible for the safe and effective operation of a number of district heating sites across London and further afield. Setting up procedures and processes for new heat networks as they come into the operational phase. Ensuring high availability through scoping of spare parts, site visibility, remote monitoring and data analysis. Proactively manage and build client and customer relationships with regard to day‑to‑day running of the sites and attendance at regular client reporting meetings. Deliver specialist services and call‑out contracts, as well as general supply chain activities. Manage operational budgets and report against business KPIs, including scoping corrective works for system improvements and any potential breakdowns. Assist in identifying areas to improve operational performance and manage subsequent energy centre upgrade works. Continuously improve operating procedures and ensure they are adhered to. Support the development of new customer offers with technical, operational, and pricing input. Candidate The candidate will be responsible for running safe, reliable and commercially successful heat networks. Experience operating large projects/systems and knowledge of district heating or energy systems is required. The role is client‑facing and demands excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. The candidate should be organised, self‑starting, a reliable figurehead in the operations team, and inspire a performance‑centred culture across both the operations department and the wider company. Knowledge and Qualifications Technical qualifications in an engineering/operations management or related discipline to degree level and / or equivalent experience relevant to the role. Proven experience in the operation of large projects, preferably in district heating (CHP, gas boilers, biomass boilers, energy centres, etc.). Understanding of BMS/SCADA systems and/or energy software programming. Willingness to travel. Strong communicator with good skills managing people and clients/customers. Proficient with Microsoft Excel. Experience developing RAMS and ensuring that Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) are adhered to by on‑site teams. On route to chartered status (CEng, IEng) from a respected Engineering Institute. Recommended NEBOSH, IOSH or similar. CSCS card / equivalent preferred. Skills Excellent understanding of and interest in how systems/equipment work, with practical experience in operating plants or delivering projects. Excellent communication skills for liaising with both internal and external stakeholders. Fully IT proficient; Word, PowerPoint, Excel, e‑mail systems etc as a minimum. Proven team leadership and people management skills preferred. Good organisational, time‑management and planning skills. Remuneration and Info Competitive remuneration with market. Discretionary bonus based on individual and business performance. An inclusive culture that promotes diversity. 25 days’ holidays a year plus statutory holidays, with an option to purchase or sell up to an additional 5 days. Pension plan provision. Private health care scheme available. Cycle to work scheme. Electric car lease scheme. Health and wellbeing support. Continuing learning and development opportunities. Company PC/laptop. Informal Enquiries For a discussion about this role please contact Angus Fitton, email address: [email] to arrange a suitable time for a discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr