ASSET MANAGER - ROMANIA

MISSION
The Asset Manager will be responsible for the management of a portfolio of solar energy assets.
He will oversee globally all the aspects relevant to the assets performance, either from their technical, financial and corporate and social responsibility perspective. He will manage all Operation and Maintenance dimensions of a group of solar assets, in line with Helexia’s strategic direction and in view of maintaining the highest value of the assets thanks to the maximization of their generated revenue and maintaining their operation capability over time. The Asset Manager will also need to report on asset management and performance reviews as well as ensuring client contact at all stages of the asset's lifecycle.
The Asset Manager’s role is to support and report to the Country Director in Romania.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT LIMITED TO):
• Supervise different assets (regular travels will be required)
• Maximize production and billing of the power plant to meet or exceed the business plan, minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
• Follow up of the assets’ performance through adequate KPIs
• Implementation of corrective action plans
• Monitor the actuals vs budget and explain the differences.
• Follow up on invoicing and cash collection

• Ensure Workplace Health & Safety and Environmental objectives are achieved
• Ensure operations and maintenance performance targets are achieved
• Ensure maintenance outcomes are achieved while fostering a planned maintenance culture
• Manage the compliance of the assets and the mitigations measures required by the authorities
• Manage all contracts of the assets/SPV including PPA, O&M, lease, etc…
• Manage relationship with stakeholders throughout the asset's lifetime (off-taker, grid operator, O&M contractor, landowners, lenders, etc...)
• Coordinate and liaise as required with local communities to ensure the continuity of the relations established throughout the asset’s development and construction period
• Coordinate the insurance policies for all projects, keep up-to-date and make sure all are renewed in time
• Prepare the budget forecasts for the O&M and update them on a quarterly basis based upon actuals provided by Helexia’s finance department
• Prepare reporting for internal and external stakeholders in accordance with relevant agreements
• Initiate claims against contractors or manufacturers if necessary
• Declare claims to insurers in case of incident and ensure follow-up
• Handles any third-party claims
• Provide assistance to the Development/Sales/construction team for setting-up O&M solutions, discuss with potential contractors/other parties or negotiating O&M agreements before financial close of future projects
• Participate in the continuous improvement of internal processes.

SPECIFIC SKILLS
• Positive and motivated attitude
• Strong Knowledge of the Photovoltaic and/or Energy Efficiency sector
• Excellent reporting and communication skills and attention to details
• Adaptability, Team spirit
• High level troubleshooting and problem-solving skills and the ability to be technically innovative
• Excellent interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence to facilitate team management and client relations
• Good IT skills (MS Excel, Outlook & Word)
• Strong analytical mindset including natural curiosity and result driven solutions
• Understanding of Data Analytics and Business intelligence tools
• Contract management experience

EDUCATION
• Master’s degree level or Bachelor’s in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with 3-5 years of experience
• Fluent in English and Romanian