Photovoltaic Operations - Expansion Manager

Enpal • Full-time • Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur • 2m ago

Company Description

With Enpal we are pursuing the dream of building the largest renewables community in Europe.

How do we do this? Enpal finally makes solar easy: We rent solar systems, electricity storage devices, wall boxes and heat pumps at an all-inclusive rate, supplemented by a low-cost green electricity rate, and intelligently networked to form an integrated overall solution. True to the motto “digital, decentralized and 100% renewable”, our heart beats both for the rapid development of a company and for combating the greatest challenge of our generation — climate change.

As the first green unicorn in Germany, we see it as our duty to further advance our mission of green energy for everyone. Be part of this success story and change the world together with us!

Job Description

We are opening up the French market and you can be part of the first team on the ground!

We are seeking a hand-on Photovoltaic Operations Expansion Manager to organize the launch of our operations in the French market—a new and exciting venture for our company. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong operational background preferably in the photovoltaic residential sector, exceptional project management skills, and a passion for renewable energy. You will take ownership of setting up the installation machine and scaling our capacity in France.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and oversee the end-to-end process for solar panel installations, from initial customer purchase through to final setup and operational success. Ensure timely, efficient, and customer-focused installations.

Work on the ground and roll up your sleeves occasionally to gets things going in the initial phase

Ensure the timely completion of your construction projects and turn customers into fans

Ensure compliance with our construction standards

Optimize constantly the Project Management setup and investigate opportunities for improvement

Identify, recruit, and negotiate partnerships with skilled solar panel installers and subcontractors, ensuring they meet quality and compliance standards. Build and maintain a reliable network of installation partners.

Address challenges proactively, including logistical issues, resource shortages, or unforeseen installation complications, always ensuring smooth operations.

Prepare the operations infrastructure for future market expansion, ensuring processes and systems are scalable and adaptable.

Recruit and develop a successful team by hiring, onboarding and setting up processes.

Qualifications

Relevant professional and technical experience in developing and managing operations from in the residential photovoltaic sector.

Exceptional project management capabilities, with a track record of coordinating complex operations and managing multiple stakeholders effectively.

Familiarity with the regulations, and best practices, is highly preferred.

Strong verbal and written communication skills in both French and English

Additional Information

As a Photovoltaic Operations Expansion Manager at Enpal, you will have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in scaling our presence in the French market and make Enpal leader in the European market. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a high-growth sector, collaborate with like-minded professionals, and make a significant impact in the renewable energy space. 

Our philosophy: 

Green to the core - Shape the solar energy revolution in Europe, working with a large German company.

Green is for everyone - Contribute to making renewable energy accessible to all, immediately and without risks. The sun shines all over the world - At Enpal, you will find a highly motivated and diverse team, with over 65 different nationalities.

The best of both worlds - Enjoy the benefits you expect from a startup, offered by a large company that has the ability to deliver on its promises.

No mistakes, no progress - We promote a feedback culture and grow with your contribution, learning from mistakes. Those who don't dare, don't win.

Work with the best in the industry and grow with us - there's room for your ideas.

Everything is possible - we seek innovators, not machines. If you have an idea, Enpal allows you to demonstrate, develop, and make it grow.

At Enpal, we are proud of the diversity of our team. No decisions are made on the basis of skin colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age, either during recruitment or employment. Enpal stands for a safe workplace and takes action against discrimination and harassment of any kind. 