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