Asset Manager - London, United Kingdom - Gore Street Capital

    Gore Street Capital
    Gore Street Capital London, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    Job Description

    Background of the Company

    We are one of the first companies in the UK energy storage sector. An experienced renewable energy and private equity investor capitalises on opportunities to spend on robust businesses and assets contributing to the transition to a low-carbon, sustainable economy. We are a dedicated team are a market driver in renewable energy bringing a wide range of skills and expertise.

    We are experts in:

    • Sourcing disruptive technologies in the energy sector.
    • Developing renewable energy infrastructure projects and managing assets.
    • Designing and managing strategic deals in a challenging policy environment.
    • Forming strategic partnerships and working with multiple public and private sector stakeholders in the development of large complex projects.

    Main purpose of job:

    You will be supporting the Asset Management team that operates ~300MW of battery energy storage systems (~20 projects) across the globe. The role will involve management of interfaces between Gore Street and key contractors that operate and monetise the systems. In particular, you will be working closely with the team to identify opportunities to improve operations of the projects and better track their activities.

    As a member of the Asset Management team within Gore Street's technical team, you are going to be involved with day-to-day operations and much of this will involve reacting to issues that could develop at any time. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with having accountability for their workload, have excellent organisational skills and find genuine enthusiasm for a fast-paced and highly dynamic position.

    Responsibilities, duties and tasks:

    • Data collection and analysis of battery performance: cycling, efficiency, warranty management
    • Supporting the implementation of insurance policies at a portfolio level
    • Identifying and rectifying any missing project documentation
    • Reporting asset performance on a monthly basis
    • Supporting the continuous improvement of emergency response planning and best practice
    • Identify operational differences for battery systems in California to support the asset management plan for Gore Street's continued growth in the USA

    General duties:

    Day-to-day can vary greatly in this operational role, based on the needs of Gore Street's projects at the time. Asset Managers may require support for interfacing with contractors to get access to sites, plan maintenance activities, procure spare parts etc. You will also have opportunities to engage directly with the commercial team to support the assets' monetisation strategies.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications/Training:

    It is essential that the post holder has:

    • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

    It is desirable that the post holder has:

    • Any formal training in data science, energy systems or economics is a benefit

    Experience/Knowledge:

    It is essential that the post holder has:

    • Any level of professional experience
    • Understanding of energy systems, networks and projects is a significant benefit

    Skills And Abilities

    It is essential that the post holder has:

    • Excellent analytical skills
    • Strong written communication (including presentations)

    Other Requirements

    • Natural accountability for own work
    • Flexible approach
    • Excellent attention to detail
    • Reliable and accountable