Deputy Country Head

Огляд

International company operating in the renewable energy and power infrastructure sector is looking for a Deputy Country Head (Technical Engineering) to join its Ukrainian team.

This role is focused on technical leadership of renewable energy and power infrastructure projects, including development, construction, commissioning, operation, and optimization of energy assets. The successful candidate will act as a key technical representative of the company in Ukraine, working closely with executive management, contractors, regulators, utilities, and investors.

Обов'язки

Technical Engineering & Project Delivery

• supervise construction, commissioning, and operational activities of renewable energy assets, including solar power plants, substations, and associated infrastructure
• monitor quality, timelines, technical compliance, and execution of EPC and O&M contractors throughout all project phases
• conduct and support regular inspections and technical audits of power stations, substations, and construction sites
• verify completed works, technical documentation, and acceptance certificates
• supervise testing, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting programs for operational assets
• monitor asset performance, uptime, KPIs, and operational efficiency
• support grid connection activities and coordinate with utilities and transmission/distribution operators
• ensure compliance with engineering standards, HSE requirements, project documentation, and technical regulations
• inventory management and supervising of maintenance and service testing
• coordinate spare parts inventory, maintenance planning, and technical reporting

Engineering Coordination & Technical Due Diligence

• support technical due diligence for new development opportunities, acquisitions, and investment projects
• assist in preparation of EPC tenders, technical scopes, contractor selection, and evaluation processes
• supervise refurbishment and part procurement, installation
• review technical documentation, engineering designs, construction schedules, and contractor deliverables
• support project budgeting, forecasting, and technical risk assessment
• provide technical recommendations to executive management regarding operational optimization and future development opportunities
• make regular field trips to power stations

Stakeholder & Regulatory Coordination

• represent the company before technical authorities, utilities, regulators, municipalities, contractors, and industry stakeholders
• coordinate technical interactions related to permitting, commissioning, grid integration, and operational compliance
• support communications with lenders, investors, insurers, and technical advisors regarding project performance and engineering matters
• participate in industry meetings, inspections, and technical negotiations when required

Reporting & Documentation

• prepare regular technical, operational, and project progress reports for executive management
• maintain project and operational documentation, engineering records, contracts, and technical libraries
• support preparation of reports required by regulators, utilities, lenders, and internal stakeholders

Вимоги

• degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related technical field
• professional engineering qualification (PEng or equivalent) preferred
• minimum Electricity Safety qualification on the level 4
• minimum 7 years of experience in renewable energy, power generation, substations, or utility infrastructure projects
• proven experience supervising EPC, O&M, and construction contractors
• strong technical understanding of medium-voltage electrical systems, substations, and renewable energy assets
• experience with grid connection processes, commissioning, and operational support of power plants
• experience in solar PV projects strongly preferred
• electrical safety certification / electrical safety group qualification preferred
• experience in managing a utility or solar power stations
• experience in working with regulators, and government stakeholders
• strong analytical, technical reporting, and problem-solving skills
• ability to work independently in a dynamic project environment
• ability to drive to power stations and manage power installations
• english level B2 or higher

Умови

• official employment, long-term contract with possibility of extension
• competitive compensation package
• exemption from military conscription
• opportunity to work on strategically important renewable energy and energy infrastructure projects
• international working environment with exposure to cross-border energy markets
• support with travel, accommodation, and relocation where applicable
• professional growth within a rapidly developing renewable energy platform