Asset Manager

• Work with the Spain HSE manager to develop and maintain a positive safety culture and ensure all activities are undertaken in accordance with local legislation and Cubico's HSE policies.
• Ensure safe operations of all assets in the country.
• Implement best practice asset management in the asset portfolio, working closely with functional teams across the business to optimise HSE, commercial and technical performance.
• Manage the production of regular portfolio and project level reports highlighting HSE and commercial performance, risks and technical issues.
• Assist with developing and implementing the asset management strategy for the renewable energy asset portfolio in Spain.
• Implement and continuously improve local asset management systems and processes consistent with Cubico's global policies and standards.
• Provide input to business development, origination and asset construction activities and proactively share knowledge and experience with the wider business.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage Operation and Maintenance contractors to ensure that their service provision and performance follows the requirements of O&M contracts.
• Direct supervision of relevant operation and maintenance activities, to ensure that works are in line with industry best practices.
• Prepare and review O&M plans and strategies for assets to optimise through-life value.
• Monitor and report asset performance and implement strategies for improvement of performance, mitigation of risks and creation of value.
• Manage technical issues to ensure they are fully analysed and appropriate solutions developed and implemented. Pursue insurance claims and/or other commercial settlements as appropriate.
• Develop plant improvement plans and prepare associated investment proposals.
• Develop relationships with suppliers and manage all contracts and agreements in order to maximise long term value to Cubico.
• Ensure compliance with all licences, consents and applicable standards.
• Oversee all electricity market arrangements and ensure that 'best' value is obtained for power generated.
• Work with the Spain Finance team to prepare and agree operational plans and budgets, control and analyse performance of operating assets against approved budgets.
• Instigate robust business risk assessment processes and procedures in line with Cubico's policies.

• A relevant degree or equivalent technical qualification, plus extensive experience of asset management and O&M in the renewable energy industry. .
• A passion for HSE and a good awareness of safety legislation and standards, ideally with a relevant certification.
• Technical expertise in the operation, maintenance and management of renewable generation and associated technologies, particularly solar PV, battery and onshore wind, including, knowledge of best practices, O&M cost structure and subcontractors management.
• Knowledge of best practice asset management, including decision-making, capital investment, operations & maintenance, lifecycle cost and value optimisation, resourcing strategy and optimisation, shutdowns/outage strategy and optimisation, ageing asset strategy, performance monitoring.
• An understanding of contract law and typical commercial contractual arrangements required for renewable generation assets. Direct experience of negotiating and managing commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of quality assurance principles and quality management systems.
• Knowledge of electricity market arrangements.
• Sound working knowledge of business risk assessment tools and risk assessment processes and methods.
• Experience in the management of materials, logistics and supply chains.
• Proven leadership qualities and the capability to build and manage Operation and Maintenance contractors, engineering consultancies etc.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and external counterparties across all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to assess technical problems and develop engineering solutions.
• Strong commercial acumen/track record and the ability to translate technical findings into commercial implications.
• Ability to forecast costs, prepare operational budgets and manage finances. Knowledge of accountancy principles and procedures.
• Solid planning and organising skills to include effective prioritisation and resource management
• Knowledge of information and SCADA systems and tools available to support asset management activities.
• In depth knowledge of project management principles and the importance of operating to cost, quality and time specifications.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines.
• Proactive, motivated and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude and a drive for high standards. Proven ability to develop self and others.
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution or similar is an advantage.
• High level IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Sharepoint.

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