Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading European organisation within the renewable energy sector to recruit a Senior Asset Manager – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
The Senior Asset Manager role comes with a salary of up to €110,000 depending on experience, plus an excellent benefits package.
If you have a strong electrical engineering background, with experience in MV/HV systems, grid interface, or commissioning within utilities, transmission, or renewable energy sectors, and are looking for your next career move, we’d love to hear from you – apply today by submitting your CV.
Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Asset Manager role
Reporting to the Director of Asset Operations you will:
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Lead the technical management of utility-scale BESS and solar assets across an operational portfolio
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Act as the key interface between grid operators, OEMs, EPC contractors, and internal stakeholders
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Oversee grid connection performance and compliance, ensuring adherence to grid codes and connection agreements
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Provide technical oversight of MV and HV electrical systems, ensuring safe and reliable operation
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Support and oversee commissioning and energisation activities for new assets
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Identify, assess, and mitigate technical and operational risks across the portfolio
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Lead on electrical safety governance and compliance standards
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Analyse asset performance data to identify trends and optimisation opportunities
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Manage and coordinate third-party contractors and service providers
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Support technical due diligence and asset acquisition activities where required
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Produce detailed technical reporting on asset performance and compliance
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Contribute to procurement and contractor selection for O&M and specialist works
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Act as a technical escalation point for complex grid or electrical issues
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
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Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline (or equivalent experience)
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Proven experience working with MV and HV electrical systems
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Strong background in grid-connected infrastructure, transmission, or distribution environments
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Hands-on experience with commissioning, energisation, or grid interface management
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Strong understanding of power systems and electrical asset operations
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Experience working with multiple technical stakeholders (grid operators, OEMs, contractors)
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Experience within renewable energy, utilities, or energy infrastructure projects is highly desirable
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Experience with BESS or solar PV assets would be a strong advantage
Personal skills
The Senior Asset Manager role would suit someone who is:
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Technically strong with a hands-on electrical engineering mindset
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Highly focused on safety, compliance, and operational excellence
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Comfortable operating at a senior level within a technical environment
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A strong communicator, able to manage internal and external stakeholders
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Proactive and solutions-focused in complex operational scenarios
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Organised with the ability to manage multiple assets and priorities
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Adaptable and comfortable working within a growing and evolving organisation
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Willing to travel to site when required for commissioning and operational support activities
Salary and benefits of the Senior Asset Manager role
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Salary up to €110,000 depending on experience
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Performance based bonus up to 15%
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LTIP after 3 years tenure
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Pension Scheme
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Private healthcare
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Strong career progression opportunities
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