.Department: Grid EMEAAbout Lightsource bpLightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. We are a 50:50 joint venture with bp with a mission to help drive the world's transition to low carbon energy.With solar set to increase tenfold in the next 20 years, we are well-positioned to capitalize on this growth. By joining the Lightsource bp team, you will ' be the change ' on the world's energy transition to a more sustainable future.We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit as we continue to push the boundaries of an ever-changing energy landscape. By choosing a career with us, you can expect a challenging and fulfilling role surrounded by people who are passionate and have brilliant ideas about sustainable technology, innovation and making the world a better place.What You'll do (the role)SummaryThe main purpose of this role will be to achieve grid connections required by Lightsource bp projects in Europe. It will be your responsibility to manage the relationship with local DNO/DSO around European countries to ensure our projects are delivered in a timely and cost-effective manner and ensure that the connection is managed during the development through to the construction process.The position requires both technical and commercial skills and will be highly interactive with other organizations in the firm. Contacts and knowledge of the DNO/DSO -ICPs and governmental agencies responsible for grid connections is required.As a Grid Regulatory Manager in the Grid Team, you will be responsible for collecting, analysing and keeping up to date all laws, codes and standards relating to the connection of renewable plants (especially PV plants) in the EMEA region. You will also be knowledgeable of other regions such as USA, LATAM, Asia or Australia, where you will support other members of the company involved in these markets.You will also be the company's point of contact as a link with TSO/DNOs regarding grid code compliance. You will participate in representing the company in any event, webinar or working group related to grid regulatory aspects and grid code compliance. You will support the simulation team by providing them with the requirements set out in each country regarding grid code compliance so that they can perform the simulations correctly.Duties and responsibilitiesAnalyse and provide support to the Head of Regulatory & Grid Code about grid connection process in those European countries where Lightsource BP has a presence.Represent Grid Department at relevant Development Meetings and Delivery Meetings as required by Lightsource bp.Create a Grid Risk Matrix in conjunction with the Head of Regulatory & Grid Code.Assess and ensure compliance with the requirements established in the Grid Code documentation in those European countries where Lightsource BP has a presence.Define strategy for Grid Connections in conjunction with the Grid Department
