Head of Asset Management – Solar PV/Onshore Wind/BESS – Leipzig, Germany- €Excellent + Benefits Package
We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Head of Asset Management to oversee the efficient management and optimization of an extensive onshore wind, solar PV & BESS portfolio across Europe, with a base in Leipzig, Germany.
As the Head of Asset Management, you will be responsible for maximizing the financial performance and operational efficiency of European renewable energy assets, ensuring long-term sustainability and profitability.
You will lead strategic initiatives to enhance asset value, mitigate risk, and drive operational excellence. This is a key leadership position in a market-leading renewable energy business, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact in the growing wind energy sector.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the asset management team, ensuring best-in-class practices for managing renewable energy assets.
* Monitor and optimise the financial and technical performance of renewables projects by analysing key performance indicators (KPIs) and implementing corrective actions where needed.
* Work cross-functionally with project development, engineering, legal, and finance teams to ensure seamless project transitions and alignment throughout the asset lifecycle.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including O&M providers, OEMs, technical consultants, and investors.
* Develop and implement effective risk management frameworks, ensuring appropriate insurance coverage and contingency planning to safeguard asset value.
* Prepare and manage annual budgets, track financial performance, and identify cost optimisation opportunities.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data analytics, remote monitoring tools, and emerging technologies to enhance asset efficiency.
* Stay current with regulatory changes, market developments, and innovations in onshore wind to maintain a competitive edge.
* Produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior leadership and external stakeholders, detailing asset performance, financial health, and key operational insights.
Qualifications:
* Degree in engineering, business administration, renewable energy, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
* Extensive experience in asset management of onshore wind, solar or BESS within the renewable energy sector.
* Proven leadership ability with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
* Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing budgets, reviewing financial statements, and ensuring strong ROI.
* Advanced analytical skills and ability to derive actionable insights from technical and financial data.
* Proficiency with industry-standard asset management systems and wind analytics platforms (e.g., SCADA, CMS).
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Deep knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements in the European Renewable Energy market.
* A proactive, hands-on, and strategic mindset.
If you're passionate about Renewable Energy and ready to take a leading role in one of Europe's top renewable energy portfolios, we’d love to hear from you.
Email: kris.gittings@hunterphilips.com