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AltGen exists in the nexus between energy and people – Jobs. Since the development of the renewable energy market in Africa, the AltGen team have actively recruited and deployed the best skills and expertise in the industry throughout Africa.
AltGen is looking for a skilled Technical Asset Manager to join an IPP based in Cape Town. The role will oversee the construction and operations of new utility-scale assets, performance of an existing C&I portfolio, with a focus on analysing performance, addressing underperformance, and driving operational improvements.
Responsibilities:
Technical
Overall responsibility for maximising the technical performance of all solar assets in the company’s portfolio, with a proactive approach to operational improvement.
Analyse solar and BESS asset performance using SCADA and meteorological data to identify underperformance and support O&M teams in resolving root causes promptly.
Review and approve (in conjunction with LTA/OE) all construction-related milestones.
Ensure works are completed by EPC Contractor and Operator on time and in line with relevant contract obligations, including quality control.
Report to various shareholders and lenders on technical aspects of construction and operational assets.
Assess a range of technical, health, safety and environmental requirements and ensure compliance through timely corrective actions.
Assistance in the negotiation of EPC & O&M contracts representing the Employer’s interests as required.
Periodic site visits during construction and operations of the portfolio.
Troubleshoot performance-related and other technical issues during construction and operation, and engage with Contractor/Operator and LTA/OE to propose and implement solutions.
Administrative/Operational
Manage and enforce various technical obligations of Contractors, Operators and other directly contracted sub-contractors for all SOLA managed project companies.
Coordinate with the Operators to ensure all service provider obligations under the BESS Long-Term Service Agreement (LTSA) are met.
Review all construction related documentation including design reports, drawings construction policies and monthly reports.
Ensure performance related obligations (eg. PR guarantees, BESS round-trip efficiency, cycle analysis, availability) of various service providers are met on time and reviewed for accuracy.
Monthly, quarterly and annual consolidation of portfolio performance (PR, availability etc) against actual and forecast.
Coordinate and manage H&S and ECO audits of project companies during construction and operations (as required).
Drive operational effi ciency of projects and business processes.
Represent the Employer’s interest in any claims (contractual disputes, warranty, insurance etc.)
Interpersonal
Ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Point of contact for all Technical Advisors contracted with the project companies (LTA/OE).
Present project and portfolio performance results to shareholders/directors in a concise and well considered manner at board meetings.
Report on various HSE metrics to relevant stakeholders.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Minimum 4 years experience in construction and operational phases of utility scale Solar, BESS or Wind
Experience in negotiating or administering EPC and O&M agreements for renewable energy projects
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