Jake Yansen

Jake Yansen

Consultant - Offshore Wind - Site

We’re excited to welcome Jake Yansen to the LSP Renewables team as a Delivery Consultant. With over three years of experience in energy recruitment, Jake brings a strong track record of connecting top-tier talent with innovative projects in the renewable energy sector.

Prior to joining LSP, Jake specialized in sourcing skilled professionals across renewables, power & grid, and industrial technology. His work spanned over 60 countries, supporting clients through the full project lifecycle with tailored recruitment strategies.

Jake is passionate about sustainability and thrives in fast-paced, focused environments. His core strengths include recruiting and customer service, —skills that align perfectly with LSP’s mission to deliver best-in-class talent solutions in the renewable energy space.

Based in Bromley, Jake is already making an impact by helping LSP’s clients meet their net-zero goals through strategic talent acquisition.

Jake Jobs

Offshore Wind

WTG Marshalling Harbour Site Quality Representative

United Kingdom - United Kingdom

The successful candidate will have the proven skills necessary to build relationships with key internal and key pre-assembly stakeholders to ensure that WTG marshalling harbour activities are safely executed and an accordance with technical and quality requirements. Working as an integral member of the WTG Package team the WTG Marshalling Harbour Employer Site Quality Representative shall manage WTG load-in and pre-assembly activities , as defined within the key accountabilities of this role. The role will be back-to-back with another WTG Marshalling Harbour Employer Site Quality Representative and will work closely with the Employer Site Manager and QA/QC Co-ordinator. Responsibilities Role and Responsibilities are to ensure that all works undertaken comply with project specific requirements to include: Incoming component inspection of towers sections, blades and nacelles; Final inspection prior to loadout; Assembled tower walkdowns; Tracking preservation of components in compliance with OEM requirements; Reporting and tracking close out of punch list items; Produce a daily report of key activities and findings on site. Safety walkarounds with OEM; Quality Documentation review; Attending daily/weekly coordination meetings with the OEM site team; Liaising with Commissioning and Completions team on outstanding punches uploaded to ProCoSys Experienced Required We are looking for someone who has WTG construction experience within large complex projects. Minimum HNC qualified in an engineering or construction. Five years of relevant WTG construction experience, as an Employer Representative of similar. Demonstrable understanding of the quality function, during the execution of EPC contracts. Experience of working collaboratively with Clients and Contractors. Good communication skills and ability to build and maintain effective relationships with multiple stakeholders Experience in monitoring Contractor activities in the following project phases: preservation, installation and commissioning through to completion / hand over, including management of non-conformities. Demonstrable understanding of Project documentation arrangements, including Contractor documentation deliverables. Willingness to be site based. Strong ethos relating to Health Safety and Wellbeing. As an enthusiastic and motivated individual, you’ll have the ability work on your own initiative within a fast paced and dynamic environment. Creating and maintaining a positive working environment comes naturally to you, as does the ability to motivate others on all levels.

Offshore Wind

Senior Authorised Person

United Kingdom - United Kingdom

Fulfil the following roles in accordance with the Clients Operational Safety Rules on systems up to 400kV: Senior Authorised Person (L3) Safety Coordinator System Controller Participate in all provided training and authorisation processes to achieve and maintain required authorisations for the Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm. Support the Lead SAP with the implementation of the safety from the system process by embedding company procedures and operational instructions for both onshore and offshore activities. Train and direct other SAPs and team members on the application of the rules. Take responsibility in ensuring Safety From The System is achieved and all required documentation is prepared and issued prior to all work commencing. Assess each job on a task by task basis. Identifying all necessary precautions. Supervise Contractors and ensure use of correct PPE, equipment and working practices. Prepare/review Method Statements and Risk Assessments for work on site. Support the Location/Responsible Manager in the development and production of all required Local Management Instructions. Fully support the Location/Responsible Manager and coordinate the necessary documentation control procedures associated with Clients Operational Safety Rules. Ensuring known status at all times. If necessary, Participate in onshore shift rotation and 24/7 callout rota during transitional phase of commissioning. Carry out Permit reviews and share lessons learnt between other sites. Ensure that the technical information provided by the Commissioning Team is sufficient to allow safe energisation and challenge where needed. DELIVERABLES Arrange necessary Safety Documents for work on the 400kV, HVDC/OFTO and WFO plant & apparatus, working alongside National Grid Senior Authorised Persons and coordinate cross boundary activities via the Record of Inter System Safety Precaution (RISSP) process. Coordinate Senior Authorised Person tasks/activities on and offshore. Support the Location/Responsible Manager with the preparation of all site specific training, assessments and audits required for personnel to be authorised for works on the Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm. Support the Commissioning Manager with the specification and procurement of the approved tools and equipment that will be required to implement the Clients Operational Safety Rules at the Offshore Wind Farm. CERTIFICATIONS Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status within a Distribution Network Operator, National Grid or Offshore Wind Farm to 400kV. Relevant technical education, for example, time served apprenticeship or similar with a HNC qualification (or equivalent) in an electrical engineering discipline. IOSH/NEBOSH Certification. Valid National Grid Persons (Substations) certification. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Significant and demonstrable experience working in a similar capacity. Proven track record in a Client role Self-starting with planning/coordination and problem solving abilities. Good standard of IT literacy (i.e. MS Office). Ability to produce project specific documentation as required to support the project and implementation of Company procedures. Provide all standard Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as required to perform your role.

Offshore Wind

Commissioning Engineer - HV Switching

Offshore, Germany - Germany

Work alongside the Electrical Systems Package site representatives and Client Commissioning Engineers to assist in delivering the Commissioning activities as Clients Engineer, driving the work scope forward on site to meet the project programme. Client witness and sign off for Stage 1 and Stage 2 Commissioning for Substations or Wind Turbines Provide technical support for Project Senior Authorised Persons and M&E Engineers. Provide assistance for the Client Commissioning Manager (Lead) and SCADA Commissioning Manager Based principally in the Jack-Up Vessel or Commissioning Vessel following installation of the assets offshore. Alternatively, limited work period in the onshore construction yard before Load-Out. Initial investigation and reporting of incidents Perform switching operations (66 kV – 155 kV) at offshore substations, export cables, and wind turbines in line with client HV Safety Rules. Manage the Permit to Work (PTW) system – Permit request and approval,. Carry out fault diagnosis and troubleshooting on offshore HV equipment. Deliverables: Weekly reporting and record keeping on Progress and Issues to the Client Commissioning Manager (Lead) Liaise with Engineering and Quality Departments to ensure Outstanding Engineering/Quality Issues are resolved. Interface with the IAC team, OSS team and WTG team. Elaboration of Switching Plan and HV Switching Schedules. Responsible for ensuring accurate ‘As Built’ Drawings and Commissioning Records produced by the Contractors. Certifications: Relevant technical education (e.g. Electrical Engineering Degree/HNC ) desirable or equivalent. Certified according to VDE 0105-100 as Switching Operator (Schaltberechtigter) or eligibility to be certified with the corresponding training. GWO basic safety training GWO Enhanced First Aid Training (Ersthelfer Offshore DGUV) Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET) Offshore medical fitness Other requirements: Proven Electrical Commissioning Engineer in a MV/HV asset (Client or Contractor role) Knowledge of testing Alarms/Controls/Indications from a range of MV/HV Equipment to SCADA Systems Knowledge of commissioning of LV/MV/HV Switchgear and associated components. Knowledge of Siemens/GE protection relays including IEC61850/Goose communications is desirable. Experience of BMS Systems is desirable Understanding of HV Safety Rules. Self-starting with planning/coordination and problem solving abilities. Fluent written and verbal English with good communication skills

Offshore Wind

Deputy Lead Senior Authorised Person / System Controller

United Kingdom - United Kingdom

Fulfil the following roles in accordance with the Operational Safety Rules on systems up to 400kV: Senior Authorised Person (L3) Safety Coordinator System Controller Participate in all provided training and authorisation processes to achieve and maintain required authorisations for the Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm. Support the Lead SAP with the implementation of the safety from the system process by embedding company procedures and operational instructions for both onshore and offshore activities. Train and direct other SAPs and team members on the application of the rules. Take responsibility in ensuring Safety From The System is achieved and all required documentation is prepared and issued prior to all work commencing. Assess each job on a task by task basis. Identifying all necessary precautions. Supervise Contractors and ensure use of correct PPE, equipment and working practices. Prepare/review Method Statements and Risk Assessments for work on site. Support the Location/Responsible Manager in the development and production of all required Local Management Instructions. Fully support the Location/Responsible Manager and coordinate the necessary documentation control procedures associated with RWE Operational Safety Rules. Ensuring known status at all times. Participate in onshore shift rotation and 24/7 callout rota during transitional phase of commissioning. Carry out Permit reviews and share lessons learnt between other sites. Ensure that the technical information provided by the Commissioning Team is sufficient to allow safe energisation and challenge where needed. DELIVERABLES Arrange necessary Safety Documents for work on the 400kV, HVDC/OFTO and WFO plant & apparatus, working alongside National Grid Senior Authorised Persons and coordinate cross boundary activities via the Record of Inter System Safety Precaution (RISSP) process. Coordinate Senior Authorised Person tasks/activities on and offshore. Support the Location/Responsible Manager with the preparation of all site specific training, assessments and audits required for personnel to be authorised for works on the Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm. Support the Location/Responsible Manager with all Offshore Wind Farm Authorisation panels. Support the Commissioning Manager with the specification and procurement of the approved tools and equipment that will be required to implement the Operational Safety Rules at the Offshore Wind Farm. CERTIFICATIONS Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status within a Distribution Network Operator, National Grid or Offshore Wind Farm to 400kV. Relevant technical education, for example, time served apprenticeship or similar with a HNC qualification (or equivalent) in an electrical engineering discipline. IOSH/NEBOSH Certification. Valid National Grid Persons (Substations) certification. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Significant and demonstrable experience working in a similar capacity. Proven track record in a Client role Self-starting with planning/coordination and problem solving abilities. Good standard of IT literacy (i.e. MS Office). Ability to produce project specific documentation as required to support the project and implementation of Company procedures. Provide all standard Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as required to perform your role.

Offshore Wind

Commissioning Engineer - Offshore Telecomms

Offshore, UK - United Kingdom

Embark on a dynamic career as an Offshore Telecoms Commissioning Engineer, where your expertise will play a pivotal role in the successful hook-up and commissioning of critical telecoms packages. This position offers a unique rotational schedule, aboard a Service Operation Vessel (SOV), contributing to cutting-edge offshore wind farm projects. Why This Role Stands Out: - Impactful Work: Engage in the commissioning of essential telecoms systems, including fibre optic networks, IT/OT networks, VOIP phones, TETRA radio, and LTE systems, ensuring seamless communication across the wind farm. - Professional Growth: Enhance your technical skills by working with industry-standard hardware and software, troubleshooting complex systems, and collaborating with network specialists. - Dynamic Environment: Experience the excitement and challenges of offshore work, with the opportunity to act as the technical focal point for telecoms, managing critical spares and temporary communication systems. - Balanced Schedule: Enjoy a rotational work pattern that allows for significant time off, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct testing and remediation of fibre optic networks. - Patch and configure networks according to project drawings. - Support network specialists in configuring switches, access points, and VOIP equipment. - Troubleshoot and resolve issues across all telecom systems. - Commission and verify VOIP phone systems. - Assist with the hook-up and commissioning of control systems. - Provide technical input where telecom systems interface with LV power supplies. - Produce accurate test reports, commissioning records, and punch lists. - Adhere to offshore safety and HSEQ rules. Essential Skills & Experience: - Extensive offshore telecoms commissioning background, with hands-on fibre testing and remediation experience. - Proficiency in patching structured cabling and working with industry-standard hardware. - Familiarity with VOIP systems and network service commissioning. - Experience with TETRA and/or LTE telecoms systems. - Strong troubleshooting skills for network connectivity issues. - Knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems. - Experience with LV power systems, including safe isolation and termination. - Valid offshore safety and medical certifications (BOSIET / GWO / offshore medical). - Excellent documentation, communication, and reporting skills. Desirable Attributes: - Telecom or networking qualifications. - Experience with commissioning offshore wind farms. - Knowledge of offshore standards for fibre testing and acceptance. - Awareness of offshore LV electrical standards and safe systems of work. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact in the offshore telecoms field. Join a team dedicated to innovation and excellence, and take your career to new heights.

Offshore Wind

Grid Engineer

London - United Kingdom

Our client is seeking a Grid Engineer committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions. This role offers the chance to be at the forefront of the UK's renewable energy revolution, contributing to a sustainable future. As a Grid Engineer, you will be pivotal in ensuring engineering excellence in the delivery of grid engineering services. Embedded within the Grid Team of the Central Technical Organisation (CTO), your expertise will support a range of renewable energy projects and technologies. Key Responsibilities: - Manage the grid connections process from concept to delivery for multiple projects. - Oversee contractors and consultants, ensuring compliance with internal Health and Safety policies. - Prepare and communicate contract documentation, technical requirements, and design specifications. - Participate in industry forums and meetings to stay updated on grid system status and issues. - Address technical, legal, or commercial queries related to connection offers and project execution. - Ensure all grid and electrical assessments are fully documented and internal standards are continuously improved. - Represent the client in external meetings with stakeholders. Skills and Experience: - A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. - Proven experience in managing electricity grid connection processes in the renewable energy sector. - Power system modelling experience is advantageous. - Strong risk management skills and the ability to build successful relationships with external partners and stakeholders. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. - Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written. - A full clean UK driving licence. - Flexibility to travel within the UK and overseas as required. Why Join? - Be part of a dynamic team driving the UK's renewable energy strategy. - Engage in a collaborative and positive working culture that values excellence, innovation, and sustainability. - Contribute to projects that have a significant impact on the UK's energy landscape and environmental goals. - Enjoy a role that offers continuous professional growth and the chance to work with leading experts in the field. This is a chance to make a tangible difference in the world of renewable energy.

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