Plant Performance Manager (Concentrated Solar Power/Renewable Energy)

Copper Quail; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a CSP Operations Excellence and Asset Manager to oversee the management and optimization of Concentrated Solar Power plants across Africa. In this pivotal role, you will lead initiatives to enhance production efficiency, manage maintenance programs, and ensure operational sustainability. Your expertise will drive performance improvements and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector while working in a dynamic environment focused on excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of experience in Concentrated power plants.
• Proficiency in plant optimization and fault analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage performance and budget for multiple CSP plants.
• Coordinate maintenance and ensure health & safety compliance.
• Drive operational excellence and plant optimization.

Skills

Plant Optimization

Fault Analysis

Good Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Technical Software

Job description

This role focuses on comprehensive management and optimization of multiple Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plants in Africa.

Job Purpose:

As the CSP Operations Excellence and Asset Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and driving excellence in CSP plant operations, ensuring great asset performance, and fostering long-term operational sustainability. Your focus will be on leading initiatives to enhance production efficiency, managing maintenance programs, and executing strategic performance improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performance & Budget Management
  
• Maintenance Coordination
  
• Outage Planning
  
• Operational Excellence
  
• Health & Safety Compliance
  
• Plant Optimization
  
• Root Cause Analysis
  

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
  
• 12-15 years of experience in Concentrated power plants
  
• Proficiency in plant optimization, fault analysis, and relevant technical software.
  
• Good presentation skills