Asset Manager - Power Generation Facilities

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Car allowance

Travel coverage

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a senior Asset Manager for power generation facilities to optimize performance, reliability, and financial returns across a regional portfolio in the North West.

This role emphasizes maintenance strategies, lifecycle planning, and risk management to sustain long-term value and energy stability; you will lead cross-disciplinary teams and coordinate with engineering, operations, and finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical) or Business Administration.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in asset management, operations, or engineering in power generation.
• Strong understanding of power plant technologies, maintenance practices, and metrics.
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and risk assessment for large assets.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Familiarity with asset management software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term asset management strategies for power generation assets.
• Oversee maintenance planning, budgeting, and execution to maximize asset availability.
• Conduct performance analysis and implement optimization initiatives.
• Manage asset-related risks including operational, financial, and regulatory risks.
• Liaise with engineering specialists, operations teams, and financial stakeholders.
• Track asset condition, plan capital expenditures, and manage lifecycle.

Skills

Asset management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Decision making

Risk assessment

Financial planning

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Tools

Asset management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic Asset Manager with a focus on Power Generation Facilities to join their team in Klerksdorp. This role is responsible for optimizing the performance, reliability, and financial returns of a portfolio of power assets in the North West region. You will oversee maintenance strategies, risk management, and lifecycle planning to ensure the long-term value and operational efficiency of these critical energy infrastructures. This is a senior position for a results-driven professional committed to excellence in asset management within the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term asset management strategies for power generation assets.
• Oversee maintenance planning, budgeting, and execution to maximize asset availability and minimize downtime.
• Conduct performance analysis, identify areas for improvement, and implement optimization initiatives.
• Manage asset-related risks, including operational, financial, and regulatory risks.
• Liaise with operational teams, engineering specialists, and financial stakeholders.
• Track asset condition, plan for capital expenditures, and manage asset lifecycle effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or relevant field) or Business Administration.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in asset management, operations, or engineering within the power generation industry.
• Strong understanding of power plant technologies, maintenance practices, and performance metrics.
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and risk assessment for large assets.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with asset management software and systems.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary with comprehensive performance-related bonuses.
• Generous healthcare coverage and retirement savings plan.
• Car allowance and travel expenses covered.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A dynamic role contributing to the stability of the energy supply.