Asset Manager

Asset Manager – Renewables | New Zealand

Be part of something meaningful - from the ground up.

New Zealand's renewable energy market is accelerating, and we are right at the heart of it. Yinson Renewables is building a focused, high-calibre local team and every person we bring on board plays a pivotal role in shaping our success. As part of a small team, you will have real ownership and the opportunity to make a visible impact across a growing portfolio of onshore wind and solar assets.

We are driven by a clear purpose: meeting the world's energy demands sustainably, which we know that starts with our people. That's why we have built a workplace that is progressive, collaborative, and puts people first - because the energy transition doesn't happen without great teams behind it. If you are an experienced asset management professional who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to be part of a team where your contribution truly matters, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

You will manage and oversee the technical performance of a portfolio of renewable energy assets, predominantly onshore wind and solar - ensuring they operate safely, efficiently, and to their full potential.

Duties

• Monitor and maintain the day-to-day operations of our renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and deliver accurate and reliable technical data from the various assets.
• Monitor analytics for early identification of issues, trends and performance improvements, implementing solutions in a timely manner to optimise performance throughout the entire life cycle.
• Generate regular reports on asset performance, financial metrics, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure market requirements for energy sales (EA, bids, forecasting, etc.) are fulfilled and acting as the main PoC for these matters.
• Ensure regulatory and reporting requirements for energy sales and market participation compliance are fulfilled and acting as the main PoC for these matters.
• Complete new asset onboarding/handover from construction phase into operations, with involvement in the projects from construction stage to ensure operations requirements are incorporated.
• Maintain and develop risk matrices, asset directories and site documentation.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders (landowners, investors, off takers, etc.).
• Monitor and report KPIs and ensure targets are met.
• Manage site managers and contractors where necessary.
• Oversee contracts with suppliers, service providers, and offtakers, ensuring compliance and delivery of obligations, managing contract negotiations when necessary.
• Support the development and maintenance of performance measurement frameworks, policies, procedures and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify technical risks, requirements and optimisation opportunities for new projects from an operations point of view.
• Conduct financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control and approving payments and processing payments to ensure projects meet or exceed financial targets.
• Work closely with external financial service providers to ensure monthly closing, statutory filings and other requirements.
• Other adhoc tasks that might be relevant to position.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar position.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies and their applications, with a particular focus on onshore wind power.
• Experience of energy generation, asset management and monitoring platforms is required.
• Knowledge of the NZ energy market, technical and regulatory requirements for energy market participants and generators.
• Experience working internationally is an advantage.
• Willingness to work across time zones, including collaboration with international teams.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at various stages within the asset life cycle simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills including analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Fluent spoken and written English.
• Ability to work independently, use own initiative and take ownership of areas within responsibility.
• Travel will be required for this role.

About Yinson

Yinson, established in 1983, is a world leading energy solutions provider, with a network of over 1,800 employees working in 16 strategic locations worldwide. Yinson currently operates three business divisions - Offshore Production, Renewables and Green Technologies. Yinson Renewables was established in 2019 and has already positioned itself for growth in a rapidly developing market. Yinson's vision for renewables is to be a major IPP, where we will build, own and operate renewable generating assets focusing on onshore solar and wind.

We are a dynamic organisation with great customers, an equal opportunity employer, and a culture where people are valued and empowered to deliver amazing results. We are also growing and looking to hire talented and passionate individuals to join our team

Why Yinson?

Our global team consists of passionate individuals who are highly skilled in their work, and who share a common vision to develop innovative and sustainable solutions. We are a value-based organisation, meaning that we live and operate by the following values: ROADS - Reliable, Open, Adaptable, Decisive and Sustainable. We offer a host of learning and development opportunities, a safe and reliable working environment, and a competitive compensation package.

Yinson is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all employees. We strive for an inclusive workforce with employees of different cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, perspectives, networks, sexual orientation, functional ability, and language.

Yinson is determined to do our part in the global movement towards a low-carbon, climate resilient environment - In March 2021, we established our Climate Goals to be carbon neutral by 2030 and net zero by 2050. Our climate targets have been set to be fully consistent with the ambitious goals of the Paris Agreement. These form part of Yinson’s overarching sustainability focus that drives us to contribute as much as possible to strengthen the world’s collective foundation for a durable, equitable and sustainable economy

Applying

If you have the suitable qualifications and skills for this position, please apply as soon as possible by submitting your CV and a cover letter explaining how your background can contribute in this position. Applications are evaluated continuously, and we call in for interviews on an ongoing basis, so do not wait - apply now!