Job Description

Senior Asset Manager - Solar PV - South AfricaAre you a seasoned executive with extensive experience in South Africa's infrastructure asset management environment? Join a leading renewable energy company with a portfolio exceeding 1GW in operation and over 500MW under construction.Position: Senior Asset Manager
Location: Cape Town, with regular travel to site facilitiesKey Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a high-performing operational team overseeing a portfolio of Solar PV projects in South Africa.
• Maximize stakeholder value by driving technical, financial, and commercial optimization initiatives.
• Manage stakeholder relations with the Department of Energy, lenders, shareholders, and local government.
• Oversee risk management frameworks and ensure compliance with project agreements.
• Collaborate on business planning, including annual operating plans and long-term budgets.
• Report to the boards of infrastructure asset companies and manage lender relationships.

Key Requirements:

• Proven track record of leading high-performance teams in a South African infrastructure asset management environment.
• Advanced knowledge in project finance and relevant qualifications (Legal, Engineering, or Finance degree; MBA preferred).
• Strong commercial acumen with 5-10 years of experience in asset management.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with experience managing senior-level stakeholder relationships.
• Familiarity with REIPPPP industry stakeholders (DOE, NERSA, Eskom, etc.).
• Experience with social investment programs, including Enterprise Development and Socio-Economic Development obligations.
• Ability to deliver under pressure while maintaining high standards of operational performance.

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding leadership role in South Africa's renewable energy sector.
• The opportunity to make a tangible impact on project outcomes and contribute to a greener future.

If you are commercially astute, culturally intelligent, and ready to take the lead, we'd love to hear from you!Recruiter Contact: Deji Ogunsola aka Mr Renewables -ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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