Application Guide

How to Apply for Operations Manager

at Energise Energy Solutions

🏢 About Energise Energy Solutions

Energise Energy Solutions is accelerating the UK's transition to renewable energy and EV charging infrastructure, directly combating climate change through practical construction projects. Unlike traditional energy companies, they focus specifically on sustainable infrastructure development, making this role ideal for someone who wants their daily work to contribute to environmental solutions.

About This Role

As Operations Manager for scaffolding at Energise, you'll oversee all scaffolding operations for renewable energy and EV charging installation projects, ensuring safety and efficiency. This role directly impacts project timelines and worker safety, making it critical to the company's mission of rapidly deploying sustainable infrastructure across Doncaster and surrounding areas.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day typically starts with site inspections of ongoing scaffolding work, checking stability and safety compliance before crews begin. You'll coordinate with project managers about upcoming scaffolding needs for EV charging installations, conduct safety briefings with your team, and resolve any on-site scaffolding issues that arise while maintaining detailed records of all activities and inspections.

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🎯 Who Energise Energy Solutions Is Looking For

  • Holds CISRS Advanced Scaffolding certification and SMSTS Manager Training, with 3+ years of scaffolding supervision experience in construction environments
  • Has proven experience conducting scaffolding-specific risk assessments and implementing safety plans that comply with UK construction regulations
  • Demonstrates strong leadership skills in managing scaffolding crews, with experience training staff on scaffolding techniques and safety protocols
  • Possesses excellent problem-solving abilities for resolving on-site scaffolding issues quickly to maintain project momentum

📝 Tips for Applying to Energise Energy Solutions

1

Highlight specific scaffolding projects you've supervised for construction or infrastructure work, not just general construction management experience

2

Quantify your safety record - mention how many incident-free days or specific safety improvements you implemented in previous scaffolding roles

3

Research Energise's current projects in Doncaster and mention how your scaffolding expertise could accelerate their renewable energy installations

4

Emphasize any experience with EV charging station construction or renewable energy projects, as this aligns directly with their mission

5

Include specific examples of coordinating with project managers to align scaffolding work with tight construction timelines

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your hands-on scaffolding supervision experience and specific certifications (CISRS, SMSTS)', "How you've maintained scaffolding safety records and conducted inspections in previous roles", 'Your understanding of how efficient scaffolding operations accelerate construction projects', "Why you're passionate about contributing to renewable energy infrastructure development"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Energise's current and planned renewable energy projects in the Doncaster region
  • → UK regulations and standards for scaffolding in renewable energy construction
  • → The company's specific EV charging installation processes and timelines
  • → Local construction safety requirements and inspection protocols in England

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you resolved a complex scaffolding safety issue on an active construction site
2 How would you train a new crew on scaffolding protocols specific to EV charging station installation?
3 What systems have you used for maintaining detailed scaffolding inspection records?
4 How do you prioritize scaffolding work when coordinating with multiple project managers on tight deadlines?
5 What experience do you have with scaffolding for renewable energy projects like solar farms or wind turbine installations?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only general construction management experience without specific scaffolding expertise
  • Failing to mention relevant UK certifications (CISRS, SMSTS) in your application
  • Not demonstrating how your experience aligns with accelerating renewable energy projects

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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