Asset Manager - Energy Infrastructure

Placements24; Sandton; Ibrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Top-tier medical aid

Provident fund

Generous leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an Asset Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of energy infrastructure, including power plants and transmission lines, based in Sandton, Gauteng. The role focuses on long-term strategy, reliability, and profitability across the asset lifecycle.

You will lead maintenance programs, monitor performance, and drive capital planning while ensuring regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement. A senior leader with finance and energy expertise is desired.

Competenze

• Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical), Finance, or MBA
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in asset management, operations, or financial management within Energy or infrastructure sectors
• Proven track record in developing and executing asset management strategies
• Strong understanding of financial principles, investment analysis, and risk management
• In-depth knowledge of the energy industry, including power generation, transmission, and distribution
• Experience with asset management software and systems
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior management and stakeholders
• AMP (Asset Management Professional) or equivalent is desirable
• Experience working in Sandton, Gauteng or similar environments is beneficial

Mansioni

• Develop and implement asset management strategies for a diverse portfolio of energy assets.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and upgrade programs for asset integrity and performance.
• Monitor asset performance against metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct budgeting, forecasting, and life-cycle cost analyses to optimize profitability.
• Manage asset-related risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee capex planning and investment appraisal for renewals and expansions.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including regulators and investors.
• Lead and develop a team of asset management professionals.
• Stay updated on best practices and market trends in energy asset management.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Risk management

Energy industry knowledge

Formazione

Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical), Finance, or related field

AMP (Asset Management Professional) or equivalent

Strumenti

Asset management software and systems

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a significant entity within the Energy sector, is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Asset Manager to oversee a portfolio of energy infrastructure assets. This critical role, based in Sandton, Gauteng , involves developing and executing long-term asset management strategies to maximize value, ensure operational reliability, and optimize financial performance. You will be responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of assets, including performance monitoring, maintenance planning, risk management, and capital investment decisions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to play a key role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure management in South Africa. We are looking for a leader with a deep understanding of financial principles, operational excellence, and the energy market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive asset management strategies for a diverse portfolio of energy assets (e.g., power plants, transmission lines, renewable energy facilities).
• Oversee the planning and execution of maintenance, repair, and upgrade programs to ensure asset integrity and optimal performance.
• Monitor asset performance against key metrics, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and life-cycle cost assessments, to optimize asset profitability.
• Manage asset-related risks, including operational, financial, and regulatory risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee capital expenditure planning and investment appraisal for asset renewal and expansion projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (operations, finance, legal) and external parties (regulators, service providers, investors).
• Lead and develop a team of asset management professionals.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, technological advancements, and market trends in asset management and the energy sector.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical), Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in asset management, operations, or financial management within the Energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful asset management strategies.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, investment analysis, and risk management.
• In-depth knowledge of the energy industry, including power generation, transmission, and distribution.
• Experience with asset management software and systems.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior management and stakeholders.
• Professional qualifications such as AMP (Asset Management Professional) or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Experience working in the Sandton, Gauteng commercial hub or similar financial/corporate environments is beneficial.

Benefits

This senior role offers a highly competitive executive salary package, commensurate with experience and leadership capabilities, along with significant performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive executive benefits include top-tier medical aid, a substantial provident fund, and generous leave provisions. Opportunities for continuous professional development, executive training programs, and strategic leadership development are provided. Our client is committed to fostering a high-performance culture and offers substantial career advancement prospects within a leading organization in the Energy sector. Join us and make a strategic impact on the future of energy infrastructure.