Maintenance Planner – Customer Operations
Job Summary
Invinity Energy Systems plc (AIM: IES) is a world-leading manufacturer of vanadium flow batteries for energy storage. Built in our factories in the UK and Canada the Companys proven commercialised longer duration energy storage technology has been deployed at scale and dispatched gigawatt-hours of electricity for customers across the world.
Invinitys safe scalable and durable battery technology is a trusted and safer alternative to lithium-ion batteries. Endurium VFBs are engineered for heavy-duty high throughput applications they dont wear out cannot catch fire and are designed to be operated for 30 years or more. Our products address the challenges of our global energy system unlocking the power of renewable generation by delivering energy storage without limits.
The energy transition means fundamentally a push toward electrification using renewable energy. Renewable energys intermittent nature is tamed by energy storage and not just any storage but large-scale long-duration and robust stationary energy storage. Thats where Invinity comes in. We make flow batteries that store energy in a liquid electrolyte containing vanadium. Invinitys vanadium flow batteries are highly advanced versions of this proven technology.
Invinity is deploying large-scale projects in the UK and internationally. We are looking for a Maintenance Planner based in Bathgate who will develop programs and plans to perform corrective and preventive maintenance whether performed by team members customers or contractors to ensure continued performance and availability of deployed systems.
Reporting to the Director Customer Operations and working closely alongside all members of the Customer Operations team you will scope and schedule the on-site work by incorporating maintenance plans customer feedback issues reports and system operational data and will ensure appropriate logistic elements are in place to support the planned work. You are someone who understands field maintenance and what it takes to deliver this effectively. Safety and effectiveness are top of mind. You always act with integrity and engage positively with customers colleagues and contractors. You will own the maintenance planning for systems deployed around the world and will contribute to the operational goal of increasing availability and customer satisfaction and lowering maintenance costs.
Prepare maintenance plans and schedules that integrate customer and Invinity maintenance and operations goals
Coordinate plans and schedules with project managers other departments and customers to reduce costs downtime and inconvenience to customers
Raise work orders and ensure appropriate resources (materials tools trained personnel logistic support etc.) are available to perform the work safely and efficiently.
Liaise with the Logistics and Supply Chain teams to coordinate shipping customs and site delivery requirements and liaise with customers on site activities deliveries work scope and timing.
Develop site and service reports following site visits and monthly site performance and status reports to meet customer reporting requirements.
Manage the global spares pool and optimise sparing levels as appropriate working closely with the logistics and supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of parts worldwide.
Manage the RMA process and the disposition repair or replacement of returned materials
Manage company tools and equipment including calibration and new tool development or introduction of new tools where required
Monitor asset performance maintenance history and failure trends using the maintenance management system (MMS) to inform preventative and predictive maintenance strategies
Investigate issues in the MMS and ensure issues raised are managed through to completion including coordination of corrective actions and follow-up activities
Ensure maintenance records work orders and asset data are accurate complete and maintained within the MMS
Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving system availability reliability and maintenance efficiency
Create and maintain maintenance procedures and develop budgets and quotes for maintenance activities (parts materials travel contractors etc.)
Ensure maintenance activities are planned and executed in accordance with company health safety and quality requirements including relevant Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and local regulatory obligations
Assist and support Customer Operations Management contributing to operational planning reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential experience skills and qualifications
Experienced in maintenance planning for electrical or mechanical equipment
Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities across a global asset base
Formal training in electrical or mechanical systems or minimum of two years of relevant experience ideally in a field service or asset-based maintenance environment
Ability to produce thorough and accurate service reports and other supporting documentation and procedures
Experience using maintenance planning tools or computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS/MMS)
Project Management or task coordination skills with the ability to plan schedule and track work effectively
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (e.g. Excel Word Outlook) and general computer literacy
Excellent communication skills; polite and tactful personality when engaging with customers colleagues and contractors
Sharp quick detail-oriented dedicated and innovative problem solver with the ability to remain calm and pragmatic
Desirable
We are looking for the right person to join our expanding team. While relevant training and experience are essential we are equally concerned with how the candidate fits into our team. If you have the following skills thats great. If you believe you have other relevant skills please let us know.
Experience in renewable energy generation inverter/rectifier systems or energy storage
Experience managing spare parts logistics or global inventory in a technical or operational environment
Awareness of electrical crane and forklift work safety including lifting operations and safe systems of work
Health and safety training (e.g. IOSH NEBOSH awareness or equivalent)
Understanding of electrical/mechanical maintenance practices and asset lifecycle management.
About Company
See what makes Invinity the world's leading manufacturer of utility-grade energy storage - safe, economical & proven vanadium flow batteries.