Meet the
Hornsea 3 team

Luke is responsible for the safe delivery of Hornsea 3. With thousands of people working on the project across the supply chain – sometimes in dangerous and challenging conditions offshore from the UK and Europe to Asia –Luke’s number one priority is making sure the work gets done safely.  

“What really matters to us most at Ørsted is that we work in collaboration with local communities and leave a lasting positive legacy.”  

Luke has plenty of experience for the job, having worked for Ørsted for 10 years and in the renewable energy industry for 15 years in both his native Australia and Europe. He was the Deputy Director for Engineering, Procurement and Construction on Hornsea 2, which at 1.4 GW is currently the largest offshore wind farm in the world.

About Luke:

• Father of two young daughters
• Cycles to work
• As a runner, running a global project, always travels with his running shoes.  

Jason is responsible for the onshore and offshore construction of Hornsea 3, supporting the project managers working with our contract partners to deliver the different elements. That includes the onshore cable route that will connect the power generated offshore by Hornsea 3 to the UK’s National Grid and onto millions of UK homes.

“Our pledge is to return everything as we found it. When we excavate trenches to bury cables, we put them back neatly with the original material and topsoil. We replant vegetation and restore everything to the way we found it, working in cooperation with the landowner.”  

Jason has worked with Ørsted for 20 years. Hornsea 3 is the seventh offshore wind project he’s helped deliver. 

About Jason:

• Enjoys traveling around Europe in his camper van 
• Loves skiing 
• Volunteers at the Cleethorpes Town Football Club 

Jessica is Hornsea 3’s Project Director responsible for the Permitting, Site Investigation, Windfarm Concept and Configuration teams, as well as the Electrical Systems Design and Performance. She also leads the battery storage project co-located with Hornsea 3 and maintains oversight of the Artificial Nesting Structures that deliver Hornsea 3’s strategic ornithological compensation - how we make up for any potential impact Hornsea 3 may have on nature and the environment.  

“Undoubtedly, it was my parents that sparked my passion for engineering and earth sciences. I have been an ocean and earth lover since as long as I can remember. When I discovered that I could dedicate my career to exploring and safeguarding this world through renewable energy, nothing would stop me.”  

Jessica has worked in the offshore wind industry for over 16 years, 11 with Ørsted. 

About Jessica: 

• Plays the guitar and occasionally performs  
• Enjoys hiking, scuba diving and gravel biking 
• Is an avid reader

Imran is responsible for the development and delivery of our community outreach plan during the construction of Hornsea 3 and oversees all our work with local organisations and communities in the region. In that role he leads the Stakeholder & Community Relations team, as well as the Community Benefit Fund programme for Ørsted in the UK. 

“I thoroughly enjoy being part of a talented team contributing to the delivery of the world largest offshore windfarm. I strive to do the best in whatever I do. Taking inspiration from my hero Muhammed Ali, I always work hard and try to do my best inside and outside of work!”

About Imran: 

• A keen sports and fitness enthusiast 
• Plays cricket with the Royal Household Cricket Club 
• Loves writing and is currently working on a fantasy novel  

Lauren’s role on the project is to listen, understand and engage with members of the community to ensure the benefits from Hornsea 3 are captured locally. She works with businesses, other developers, local government, and universities. You'll often see her at events or in schools spreading the word about the benefits of offshore wind and Hornsea 3. 

“I love learning about new places in the UK through my work, but most importantly how our projects can support communities. I’m most passionate about raising aspirations of young people, increasing their confidence, and connecting them with career opportunities.” 

About Lauren:  

• Has a 3-legged dog called Bobby   
• Loves renovating houses
• Favourite hike: Pico do Areeiro in Madeira

Lilly is a key point of contact on the project for local people and groups in the region. Lilly is responsible for meeting, talking, and listening to communities and making sure people are up to date on all the latest developments.  

As a local who grew up in Norfolk, she considers this area home and the local community her neighbours. This means she is passionate about keeping people informed and involved in the project.​

“The most rewarding thing about working on a ground-breaking project like Hornsea 3 is knowing what we're doing for the environment and the impact it will have on the future.”

About Lilly:

• Worked for the Norfolk Constabulary
• Hero: Her parents
• Loves walking her red fox Labrador “Hanley” in the Norfolk countryside.