Technical Asset Manager at AltGen South 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