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Asset Manager

Potentia Energy Group
3 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Sydney, Australia
Introduction

About Us

Potentia Energy (previously Enel Green Power Australia) is a dynamic joint venture entity co-owned by two global energy leaders, Enel Green Power and INPEX, both committed to driving Australia’s energy transition and supporting the nation in achieving its net zero target. 

https://potentiaenergy.com.au/

With a proven track record and extensive expertise across the project lifecycle, Potentia Energy has established a strong presence in the Australian renewable energy sector. After acquiring a significant number of projects, our current portfolio currently has 9 operating plants, comprising over 800MW of solar and wind capacity across Australia. This acquisition has doubled their current portfolio and has secured Potentia Energy a strong position in WA. Potentia Energy also has rights secured for a development pipeline of over 9GW across Australia and is committed to an ambitious growth agenda, targeting a significant increase to its installed capacity across wind, solar, storage and hybrid projects.

Guided by our core values – Collaboration, Authenticity, Responsibility and Excellence – we work closely with local communities, our partners and customer to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.



Description

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Asset Management, the Asset Manager will be responsible for overseeing the performance, operations and maintenance of a number of utility renewable energy projects across our portfolio at varying stages of the project life cycle including across development, engineering, construction, commissioning and operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Asset Ownership & Performance
    • Act as owner representative for utility scale renewable energy assets.
    • Manage asset performance against operational, financial and contractual objectives.
    • Identify, prioritise and drive resolution of operational, technical and commercial issues.
    • Lead asset improvement initiatives and support delivery of performance optimisation opportunities.
    • Drive progress against defect rectification and asset improvement programs.
    • Support the integration of new assets into the operating portfolio.
  • Contractor & Service Provider Management
    • Manage relationships with O&M contractors and specialist service providers.
    • Monitor contractor performance against contractual obligations and agreed KPIs.
    • Facilitate issue resolution and hold contractors accountable for delivery.
    • Support contract administration, performance reviews and variation management.
  • Financial & Commercial Management
    • Develop and manage operating budgets and forecasts.
    • Monitor expenditure and asset financial performance
    • Contribute to business planning and asset value optimisation activities.
    • Prepare recommendations to support commercial and operational decision making.
  • Stakeholder Management
    • Build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
    • Coordinate specialist support across technical, commercial, compliance and HSSE functions.
    • Communicate asset performance, risks and priorities clearly and effectively.
    • Represent the asset owner in routine operational and performance discussions.
  • Governance, Risk & Compliance
    • Support compliance with contractual, regulatory and internal governance requirements.
    • Identify and manage asset risks and escalation requirements.
    • Participate in audits, reviews and reporting processes as required.
    • Ensure asset management activities are appropriately documented and controlled.
  • Reporting
    • Prepare monthly asset management reports and performance updates.
    • Maintain accurate records relating to asset performance, budgets, defects and improvement programs.
    • Provide practical insights and recommendations to support business decisions.


Skills And Experiences

Selection Criteria

Must Have

  • Previous Asset Management experience
  • Experience taking ownership of operational, technical or commercial outcomes within an asset-intensive environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes with a high degree of autonomy.
  • Experience managing contractors, service providers or operational stakeholders.
  • Experience solving complex operational, technical or performance-related issues.
  • Experience contributing to budgets, forecasts, business planning or financial performance management.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have

  • Experience within renewable energy, power generation or energy infrastructure.
  • Experience managing O&M contracts or outsourced service providers.
  • Experience supporting operational improvement, defect resolution or asset optimisation programs.
  • Experience working with utility-scale solar, wind, battery storage or other critical infrastructure assets.
  • Exposure to acquisitions, asset integration or major operational transition programs.

Qualifications & Certifications

  • Degree qualification in Engineering, Asset Management, Commerce, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
  • Current Australian Driver Licence.

Preferred

  • Postgraduate qualifications or relevant professional accreditation are advantageous.

Our Benefits

Every individual is a valued team member at Potentia Energy, and we’re committed to supporting, growing, and helping each person achieve their full potential. Keeping up a positive work-life balance is a key to success for every team across our business.
Some of our benefits include:

  • Flexible working hours – we provide flexible arrangements that will suit you, including a mixture of time working in our office and from home, compressed work week with half day workday on Fridays. Because you are working from home, we also provide $50 internet reimbursements each month.
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives – including $100 wellness rebate each month, annual flu vaccinations and health checks, and a day off for your birthday each year. If you’re in the office, we have $35 lunch credits that you can use each week.
  • Learning and development opportunities – both on the job and via formal training including technical, role specific and leadership development programs.
  • Employee Assistance Program – confidential and independent counselling and advice service for either a personal or work-related problem if you or a member of your immediate family needs help or advice.

Diversity & Inclusion

  • Equal opportunity and inclusion are the pillars of our work. Throughout Potentia Energy, and in our head office in Sydney, many different languages, cultures, and stories coexist. Different ages, genders, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and skills complement each other and add value across our business.
  • We appreciate and value each person’s uniqueness. We encourage diversity of thought and the expression of ideas and opinions. We also make a commitment to foster equality of opportunity as part of creating a rewarding workplace for you. No kind of discrimination will be tolerated. All candidates and colleagues always receive the same treatment, based on their professional skills and abilities.