Benthic Ecology Manager (NL)

See the prospect of joining in the growth and development of our offshore renewables pipeline in the Netherlands, to achieve a net zero world.

To support SSE Renewables growth ambitions and deliver our Net Zero Acceleration Programme, we're recruiting for a Benthic Ecology Manager into our Offshore Wind Capital Projects team. 

You will manage the delivery of the planned measures related to Benthic Ecology and Electromagnetic Fields as the technical lead for the Ijmuiden Ver Alpha offshore windfarm in the Netherlands, a c2GW Offshore windfarm scheduled for energisation in 2029.

About the Role 

Team: Grow your talent in a team of supportive colleagues, in a friendly work environment

Salary: €Competitive + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Base Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands + Remote

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Welcome to our brand-new team, development Offshore Netherlands

As part of our international growth plans, we have recently established a team based in the Netherlands. You'll be part of the Dutch crew where you, and your colleagues, will work within a small but highly motivated team, 'hands-on' collaborating on different projects in the Netherlands.

Key accountabilities will include:

- Manage delivery of the planned benthic and EMF measures and the related monitoring programmes for each.

- Liaise on all procurement processes in order to deliver both the technical aspects of the measures and their respective monitoring programmes.

- Engage with suppliers, survey contractors and consultants to deliver the best measures and monitoring program on time and to budget.

- Provide a technical lead for all matters related to the project and develop strong working relationship with the relevant scientific leads at key stakeholder groups.

- Lead inputs to detailed OWF design to embed commitments on marine ecology enhancement measures and EMF monitoring.

- Engage with the engineering package leads of the project to ensure that the proposed measures are fully integrated into the design and delivery of the OWF.

 

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, you need to have a positive, can-do attitude with a keen eye for detail, the ability to be proactive, work independently and function well as part of a team.

In addition, we would love you to have:

- Be organised and record significant project data / information.

- Good motivator and communicator able to work both independently and effectively as part of a team.

- Proactive problem solver.

Given the international nature of the project, with a team spread over the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands, there will likely be an element of travel involved (3-4 days per month), depending on where the successful candidate ends up based.

 

Join a global leader in renewable energy

SSE is a growing energy company working on a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest EUR 14 billion in low carbon projects over the next 5 years, our SSE Renewables (SSER) business continues to be at the forefront of our growth plans, and our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. With us you'll play a part in driving change towards a green energy future.

Help drive our journey to net zero

We'll be conducting interviews on a continuous basis. All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you have any questions, or if you would like to discuss any adjustments to for example working practices, the selection process or anything else please contact me through douglas.mcallister@sse.com.

At SSE Renewables, we want all employees to have the same opportunities for impact and growth. We encourage diversity and are committed to secure an inclusive environment for all. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

EXTERNAL: Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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