Renewable Energy Manager
Hays - Cambridge, England
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Your New CompanyYou'll be joining a forward-thinking local authority partnership committed to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions in waste management and environmental services. This role sits within a dynamic shared service team focused on driving climate action and operational excellence through cutting-edge infrastructure projects.Your New RoleAs the Renewable Energy Manager, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of a major renewable energy infrastructure initiative. This includes the design, construction, and commissioning of a solar PV plant, battery energy storage system (BESS), and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure to support a fleet of electric refuse collection vehicles (eRCVs). You'll manage contractors and consultants, oversee project governance, ensure integration with operational teams, and act as the key liaison for internal and external stakeholders.What You'll Need to SucceedDegree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline), Energy Systems, or equivalent experience.Proven experience in managing complex infrastructure or renewable energy projectsStrong leadership and stakeholder engagement skillsKnowledge of NEC contract management and construction site safetyAbility to translate technical information for non-specialist audiencesA passion for sustainability, innovation, and delivering measurable environmental impactFlexibility to work across multiple sites and occasionally outside standard hoursFull UK driving licenseWhat You'll Get in ReturnCompetitive salary of £55,500 - £64,500A pivotal role in a high-impact, sustainability-focused projectHybrid working with flexibility and autonomyOpportunities to shape future policy and innovationA supportive, collaborative team environmentWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Created: 2025-08-02