Asset Director

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa SET Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year

Introduction

International Renewable Energy IPP

Description

Asset Director 

Market-related Package

Port Elizabeth

Reports to: Chief Asset Operations Officer | Functional reporting to SPV Boards

About the Role

An experienced Asset Director is required to lead the strategic and operational management of a portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy assets. This senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring optimal plant performance, profitability, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction.
The Asset Director will drive continuous improvement, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure that all operating projects meet their financial and operational targets.

Key Responsibilities

Asset Management Leadership

• Lead multidisciplinary teams (Asset Performance, Coordination, Sustainability, Legal, Finance) to maximise asset value.

• Drive operational and financial optimisation in line with contractual obligations.

• Monitor and improve asset performance against forecasted returns.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Full P&L ownership for the asset portfolio.

• Develop, manage, and track annual budgets with detailed variance reporting.

• Oversee cash flow management, financial modelling, and investor reporting.

Regulatory & Contractual Compliance

• Ensure compliance with PPAs, O&M agreements, land leases, financing agreements, and related contracts.

• Manage and resolve contractual matters in partnership with legal teams.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with off-takers, regulators, landowners, government stakeholders, and shareholders.

• Prepare and present quarterly board packs and project updates.

Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate operational, financial, regulatory, and environmental risks.

• Oversee insurance requirements, renewals, and claims.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Enforce strict HSE standards across all operating sites.

• Oversee incident reporting and corrective action processes.

Operational Excellence

• Lead initiatives to reduce downtime and enhance performance.

• Drive improvement projects including plant upgrades and cost-reduction initiatives.

Reporting & Governance

• Ensure timely and accurate financial, operational, and compliance reporting.

• Oversee audits and governance reviews.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.

• 10+ years' experience in asset management, operations, or project management within the renewable energy or utility sector.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Engineering or related field.

• Proven success managing utility-scale renewable energy projects.

Profile

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.

• 10+ years' experience in asset management, operations, or project management within the renewable energy or utility sector.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Engineering or related field.

• Proven success managing utility-scale renewable energy projects.

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