Senior Technical Asset Manager Renewables (Wind & Solar)
hace 1 día
Madrid
Company Overview Taylor Hopkinson have partnered with a global leader in green technology, dedicated to providing cutting-edge renewable energy solutions for enterprises, governments, and institutions worldwide. Their mission is to address the challenges of achieving a sustainable future by innovating to reduce the production, storage, and synergy costs of renewable energy. We are seeking a Senior Technical Asset Manager Renewables (Wind & Solar) Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Technical Asset Manager to join our client’s dynamic team in Madrid. Key Responsibilities Technical Asset Management & Oversight • Take ownership of technical asset management for assigned wind portfolios, while providing technical support for solar PV assets., • Manage and coordinate daily interactions with Asset Management and O&M service providers, ensuring adherence to all contractual terms., • Oversee third‑party contractors and advisors, including insurers, market operators, and other external service providers., • Build and maintain thorough knowledge of SPV‑level agreements, such as O&M contracts, asset management agreements, grid connections, land leases, and commercial arrangements., • Ensure full compliance with technical, commercial, legal, and regulatory standards across all assets., • Review, challenge, and assess service provider procedures and processes to verify compliance with contractual obligations, internal standards, and applicable legislation., • Analyze monthly O&M and performance reports, identify performance gaps or contract deviations, and drive remediation actions., • Perform site visits and technical audits to evaluate asset condition, operational availability, and long‑term reliability., • Supervise and ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements related to operational systems and data., • Enforce strict adherence to HSE standards and support efficient management of incidents and insurance claims. Performance Monitoring, Analytics & Optimization • Define, track, and report technical and financial KPIs for wind and solar assets., • Conduct detailed performance analysis, including internal benchmarking and comparison with industry standards., • Produce recurring asset and portfolio performance reports, clearly identifying risks, deviations, and value‑creation opportunities., • Identify, propose, and implement technical, operational, and contractual improvement initiatives., • Support assessments related to life‑extension, repowering, and optimization strategies, with a strong focus on wind assets. Operating Cost Management (OPEX) • Drive OPEX tracking and cost‑control initiatives across the portfolio., • Identify efficiency improvements and cost‑reduction opportunities without compromising asset availability or performance., • Monitor revenue streams and work closely with internal teams to explain performance variances and financial risks. Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Support • Act as the primary technical point of contact for key stakeholders, including O&M contractors, market agents, landowners, suppliers, and regulatory authorities., • Maintain frequent collaboration with UK‑based partners and clients, particularly in relation to offshore wind assets., • Provide technical support to M&A activities, including due diligence reviews, asset assessments, and post‑acquisition integration., • Contribute to the enhancement of internal asset‑management tools, processes, and reporting standards. Required Competencies & Skills • Strong and proven expertise in wind energy systems; offshore wind experience is preferred, with onshore wind expertise also acceptable., • Solid technical understanding of solar PV technology, particularly regulated assets (experience under RD 413/2014 is required)., • Good working knowledge of contractual and legal frameworks related to Asset Management and O&M., • Fluent written and spoken English (minimum C1/C2 level), with regular direct interaction with UK‑based stakeholders., • Strong commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement., • Highly autonomous and proactive, able to manage multiple workstreams across different functions., • Fast learner with the ability to grasp complex topics such as energy regulation, taxation, financial structures, and business models., • Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal., • Strong analytical mindset, comfortable handling and interpreting large datasets., • Advanced Excel capability (including pivot tables, lookups, conditional formatting, and dashboard development)., • Strong PowerPoint skills, with the ability to translate technical analysis into clear, executive‑level presentations., • Hands‑on experience using project‑management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Planner) in O&M or asset‑management environments., • Practical experience working with SCADA data, including trends, alarms, and performance curves, focused on operational efficiency, availability, and forecasting (excluding system administration). Education & Professional Experience • Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline., • +5 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, particularly in project execution, asset management, or O&M roles., • Proven hands‑on experience with wind assets (offshore wind farm exposure is a strong advantage)., • Demonstrated experience managing regulated solar PV assets., • Familiarity with additional renewable energy technologies is considered an asset.