Head of Asset Management

Description

Reporting to the COO, the Head of Asset Management will lead the management, optimisation, and performance of a renewable energy portfolio, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and compliance with industry standards. This role requires strategic leadership to maximize asset value, minimise risk, and support sustainable energy production while driving long-term growth.

• Promote knowledge-sharing, process improvements, and innovation within the team.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the asset management team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for asset performance.
• Ensure transparent communication of performance metrics, risk exposure, and strategic initiatives to the executive team and to the Board.
• Identify opportunities for portfolio optimisation or technology upgrades to enhance asset performance.
• Lead the development and execution of asset management strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize energy production, reduce operational costs, and maximise return on investment.
• Assess risks associated with operational, regulatory, environmental, and financial factors; implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide input to the corporate strategy with insights on asset lifecycle, market trends, and regulatory developments.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for all assets, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including landowners, investors, operators, regulators, contractors, and technology providers.
• Oversee the operational and financial performance of the company’s renewable energy assets, including wind, solar, standalone battery and hybrid projects.
• Champion sustainability initiatives to support corporate ESG objectives and renewable energy targets.
• Optimise capital expenditure planning and lifecycle asset management to ensure long-term profitability.

Requirements

• Proven track record of managing large-scale renewable energy portfolios (solar, wind, hydro, or hybrid).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Renewable Energy, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting, forecasting, and performance analytics.
• Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in asset management within renewable energy or utilities.
• Familiarity with industry regulations, safety standards, and ESG practices.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance