Asset Manager - Renewable Energy Portfolio

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 86,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement planning

Hybrid work model

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Asset Manager to oversee a growing renewable energy portfolio in South Africa. You will monitor asset performance, manage IPPs and O&M contracts, and identify optimization opportunities to maximize financial returns and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in asset management or project finance within renewables, strong financial modeling skills, and knowledge of PPAs and SA energy regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in asset management, project finance, or related role with renewable energy focus.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, performance analysis, and risk management principles.
• Knowledge of South African energy market regulations and PPAs.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze the performance of a diverse portfolio of renewable energy assets (wind and solar farms).
• Manage relationships with IPPs, O&M providers, and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize asset performance, enhance revenue, and reduce operational costs.
• Prepare financial forecasts, budgets, and performance reports for asset management activities.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual agreements, PPA terms, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and evaluate potential risks and opportunities related to the asset portfolio.

Skills

Financial modeling

Performance analysis

Risk management principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and analytical Asset Manager to oversee their growing portfolio of renewable energy assets in the Northern Cape and across South Africa. This role is pivotal in maximizing the financial and operational performance of wind and solar power projects. You will be responsible for monitoring asset performance, managing operational contracts, identifying optimization opportunities, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and contractual obligations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of energy markets, financial modeling, and the technical aspects of renewable energy generation. This position offers a significant opportunity to influence the performance of key sustainable energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze the performance of a diverse portfolio of renewable energy assets (wind and solar farms).
• Manage relationships with Independent Power Producers (IPPs), O&M providers, and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize asset performance, enhance revenue, and reduce operational costs.
• Prepare financial forecasts, budgets, and performance reports for asset management activities.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual agreements, PPA terms, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and evaluate potential risks and opportunities related to the asset portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in asset management, project finance, or a related role, with a significant focus on the renewable energy sector.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, performance analysis, and risk management principles.
• Knowledge of South African energy market regulations and PPAs.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to interpret technical performance data and translate it into financial and strategic insights.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement planning benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the expanding renewable energy sector.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work-life integration.
• A key role in managing and optimizing South Africa's clean energy future.