Asset Manager - Octopus Australia

Octopus1; Williamstown; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Octopus Australia is seeking an Asset Manager to lead technical and commercial asset management for our renewable portfolio (wind, solar, storage). The role requires hands-on problem solving, plus oversight of service providers and contracts.

You will monitor performance, drive improvements, manage budgets, and develop data-driven insights to maximise site availability and revenue. Australian wind experience and NEM familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have tertiary qualification in project management or engineering.
• Experience managing renewable energy assets, preferably wind or solar.
• Strong contract and vendor management capabilities.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental practices.
• Experience with operating Australian wind assets connected to the NEM.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day technical performance across wind assets.
• Coordinate with O&M providers and technical consultants to monitor performance.
• Manage contracts and procurement for third-party services.
• Prepare monthly asset reports and provide insights to leadership.
• Support systems improvement, data-driven decision making and AI-enabled tools.

Skills

Project management

Engineering background

Contract management

HSE knowledge

NEM experience

Education

Tertiary qualification in project management, engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Asset Manager - Octopus Australia Octopus1 Williamstown, SA, AU

Job Description

The role is focused on technical and commercial asset management of our renewable assets including solar, wind and storage. The role will at times become 'hands on' in solving issues, and at other times require technical and contract oversight of service providers. Applicants must be confident and comfortable in this role and effective at delegating and managing the underlying technical activities carried out by third parties.

Key job functions

• Compliance: Promote a culture of compliance focused on health, safety, and environment. Oversee all compliance activities at operational assets.
• Community Engagement: Work with the community and stakeholder engagement manager to develop and implement the community engagement strategy and initiatives.
• Technical: Manage day-to-day technical performance activities across wind assets. Work closely with Asset Managers, O&M providers and technical consultants to monitor asset performance and support the resolution of operational issues. Identify asset performance improvement opportunities and support implementation initiatives to maximise availability, reliability and generation outcomes.
• Problem solving: Strong problem-solving capabilities to work through operational asset performance issues and bring multiple stakeholders together to resolve with a sense of urgency.
• Relationships: Proactively build strong relationships with external stakeholders, regulatory bodies (i.e. AEMO), Asset Managers and key project stakeholders. Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure effective communication and alignment across operational activities.
• Contract Management: Ensure timely delivery of services under Asset Management, O&M and 3rd party contracts. Work within the Assets team to set-up performance metrics for all contracts.
• Procurement: Prepare and run tender processes for all 3rd party contracts, as required.
• Opex Budgets: Support the finance function and 3rd party asset managers to prepare and manage yearly Opex budgets including reporting and insights.
• Develop: Create and implement bespoke technical asset performance opportunities to maximise site performance and revenue. Including tracking and reporting with deep insights.
• Reporting: Prepare monthly asset and quarterly board reports for the leadership team in conjunction with external asset managers and finance function. Provide clear and concise technical analysis and performance insights to support decision making.
• Systems improvement and AI: Support the implementation and continuous improvement of asset management systems, reporting tools and operational processes. Contribute to the adoption of digital tools, automation and AI-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, reporting and decision-making capabilities as the portfolio grows.
• Data: Work with all stakeholders to implement a data driven approach to decision making to ensure asset delivers best in class performance. Analyse performance trends and provide insights that support operational improvements across the portfolio.

Requirements

Prior experience working on renewable energy projects with a strong preference for candidates with experience operating Australian wind assets connected to the NEM.

Experience supporting implementing operational systems, digital tools and process improvements within a growing organisation.

Candidates should have a tertiary qualification in project management, engineering, or a related discipline.

Contract and project management skills which demonstrate that you are highly organised, diligent, and confident with complex contract environments.

Understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental practices, legislations, and requirements.

Knowledge of Compliance requirements across a NEM operating asset.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders and deadlines simultaneously.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Contract and project management skills which demonstrate that you are highly organised, diligent and confident working within complex contractual environments.

Candidates must demonstrate a commercial mindset , and in particular be able to consider technical challenges in a broader commercial and investment context.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. The ability to communicate effectively and ensure your communication strategy covers the different stakeholders.

An understanding of core legal concepts, particularly those relating to contracts for the operation and management of renewable energy projects.

An ability to understand risks, reach a balanced appraisal of probability and severity and develop feasible mitigation strategies.

A self-starter with high energy levels, tenacity, initiative, and a willingness to commit whatever it takes to deliver the required results.

Eligibility to work in Australia - visa sponsorship is not offered.

What we offer

A competitive salary package including annual b