Senior Asset Manager(Solar)

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Senior Asset Manager

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Sandton, Johannesburg

An innovative energy services business is seeking a Senior Asset Manager to take ownership of a national portfolio of Solar PV assets. The organisation specialises in optimising energy and property assets through advanced IoT technology, delivering industry-leading Solar O&M and tailored Utilities Management solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong and client-focused professional who thrives in a data-driven environment and is passionate about driving performance, efficiency, and long-term asset value in the renewable energy space.

Role Overview

The Senior Asset Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day performance management of multiple Solar PV systems across South Africa. You will ensure contractual compliance, system optimisation, preventative maintenance planning, and proactive client engagement to maximise return on investment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess daily performance of multiple Solar PV systems using platforms such as SolarEdge, FusionSolar, Solar-Log, and ennexOS

• Identify, categorise, and troubleshoot system faults; coordinate site interventions in line with SLAs and O&M contract terms

• Compile and distribute detailed monthly performance reports, including loss attributions and variance explanations

• Conduct energy audits and advise clients on strategies to maximise cost savings and system value

• Review PV system designs and single-line diagrams to ensure compliance with SANS 10142-1 and resolve design-related performance issues

• Plan and manage preventative maintenance schedules and panel cleaning within approved budgets

• Provide technical support and mentorship to junior asset managers

• Maintain consistent client engagement, delivering insights and proactive performance solutions

• Oversee PPA sites to ensure production uptime, accurate billing, and optimal financial returns

• Ensure accurate inputs for billing, system targets, purchase orders, and reporting files

• Identify and resolve recurring underperformance trends across the portfolio

• Manage site handovers from the Projects Team, ensuring documentation accuracy and completeness

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the asset management function

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related technical field

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Solar Asset Management or O&M (C&I experience preferred)

• Strong technical knowledge of Solar PV systems, components, and monitoring tools

• Experience managing SLAs, performance guarantees, and structured fault resolution processes

• Proven experience with PPA-based billing models and performance reporting

• Working knowledge of South African electrical standards (e.g., SANS 10142-1)

• Proficiency in Excel and performance reporting tools

If we do not contact you within 2 weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.