Technical Asset Manager

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Terra Firma Solutions Full time

JOB TITLE: Technical Asset Manager

MANAGER: Head of Asset Management

LOCATION: Johannesburg

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

We are a leading Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company in the renewable energy sector, committed to sustainable development and delivering innovative solutions to combat climate change. Our projects span across Southern Africa and include roof top, carport and ground mount solar projects. We also provide operating and maintenance, asset management, metering and monitoring services the through our various divisions.

As we continue to expand our operations and our expertise in battery energy storage solutions (BESS) and become a leading Independent Power Producer in the Corporate and Industry sphere.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, renewable energy, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in solar project management, operations, or asset management.
  • Strong understanding of solar energy systems, components and technologies.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and data analytic tools used in the solar industry.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

  • Proven track record of analytical aptitude.
  • Problem solving ability (technical and financial).
  • Self-starter / self-motivated.
  • Understanding diverse technical service offerings.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Milestone and deadline driven.
  • High level of accountability.
  • Excellent Presentation skills.
  • Excellent Negotiation Skills.
  • Ability to collaborate and work within a team.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

The ideal candidate will be passionate about the renewable energy industry and will embody respect and responsibility in the full sense of the word, while enjoying contributing to a team of highly knowledgeable professionals.

  • Minimum 3 years in a Solar Asset Management, Operation and Maintenance (O&M) or engineering project management environment.
  • Experience as an asset manager within renewable energy industry would be highly advantageous.
  • Knowledge and application of relevant compliance requirements with complex contractual entities.
  • Must be proficient in English (verbal and written communication)
  • Must be computer literate (MS Office Suite and Google App Suite)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Asset Management

  • Ensure plant yield mechanisms (Performance Ratio(PR)/Yield Guarantee percentage) meet stipulated monthly guarantees.
  • Tracking of equipment warranties and notifying in advance when warranties are close to lapsing as well as placing warranty extensions on critical components.
  • Track Performance Liquidated Damages due to O&M underperformance.
  • Track and calculate production loss events and associated yield losses.
  • Establish weekly check in and feedback meeting with O&M Manager for feedback on outstanding items.
  • Perform red flag analysis weekly.
  • Equipment audits to identify nonperforming brands/equipment types – notify and liaise with procurement and OEM supplier.
  • Introduce technical cost saving initiatives.
  • Execute the Management Service Agreements for the portfolio of projects for which you are responsible.
  • Drive operational efficiency of projects and business processes.
  • Work closely with Asset Optimisation Engineer to drive project optimisation strategies and projects.
  • Oversee spare parts management to ensure minimal downtime.
  • Technical subcontractor management.
  • Assist with insurance claims from a technical perspective.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and health and safety is upheld.
  • Yield performance forecasting.
  • Facilitate Technical DD for Sales and Acquisitions of Assets.
  • Identify and implement performance improvements
  • Ad hoc request as required by line manager.

Lifecycle Project Management

  • Track Build, Own and Operate (BOO) Plants from contracting to operation.
  • Technical due diligence on documentation during various project stage gates.
  • Drive handovers from construction/commissioning to O&M.

Reporting and Analysis

  • Prepare financial and technical Performance of Portfolio Reports bi-weekly.
  • Weekly production yield Red Flag Analysis Reports.
  • Monthly status update reports on BOO plants under construction.
  • Quarterly portfolio performance reports.
  • Annual Performance Liquidated Damage Reports.
  • Asset Owner Feedback meetings – per Asset Owner Frequency.
  • Ad hoc Performance Analysis Reports for Portfolio’s / Plant Specific.
  • Ad hoc reports as required by line manager


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