Asset Manager - Renewables at Vitol

Newark, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Asset Management, Solar Operations, BESS, Hybrid Facilities, Electrical Systems, SCADA Systems, Data Analysis, Performance Analytics, Inventory Management, O&M Management, Regulatory Compliance, Project Management, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Excel

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Company Description VC Renewables is a leading solar and storage development platform with over 450MW operating and in construction. The Company is a subsidiary of Vitol, a leader in energy and commodities. Vitol produces, manages and delivers energy and commodities to consumers and industry worldwide. In addition to its primary business of trading, Vitol is invested in infrastructure globally, with $10+billion invested in long-term assets. Vitol’s customers include national oil companies, multinationals, leading industrial companies and utilities. Founded in Rotterdam in 1966, today Vitol serves its customers from some 40 offices worldwide. Revenues in 2024 were $331bn. For more information: vitol.com Job Description Main Activities Responsible for the successful operation of the operating portfolio, maximizing portfolio uptime while maintaining OPEX budget Maintain a thorough understanding of the project assets, including revenue, interconnection, compliance and maintenance agreements Manage and monitor compliance in all contracts and activities Responsibility for data monitoring and SCADA systems across fleet Track and present key performance indicators, performing data analysis as needed Identify and track system performance issues and coordinate resolution with maintenance providers O&M management, purchasing, parts planning, inventory tracking, inventory management, project file management, maintenance reporting, and outage summary log Process warranty claims with vendors and suppliers as needed Prepare periodic asset management reports (including operational and financial performance) Identify and implement strategies for fleet optimization Setup new projects in DAS system and manage portfolio dashboard reporting system Interface with Construction team on upcoming development projects and support transition from construction into operating portfolio Interface with land owners, utility and other stakeholders as needed Qualifications A record of academic and professional achievement, well developed communication skills, the ability to collaborate well with a small team, proven organizational acumen working on multiple projects, and a high level of motivation are vital in this role Well versed in day to day operations of solar, BESS and hybrid facilities Strong background in electrical systems (PV, BESS, substations) Working knowledge of ISOs, specifically PJM, CAISO, WECC as well as NERC regulatory requirements for renewables Strong background in Ignition based SCADA systems and DAS providers Bachelor’s Degree required (Engineering preferred) Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills Detail oriented and able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Ability to continuously prioritize effectively Prior experience in solar operations and maintenance, performance analytics, or technical asset management Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

The Asset Manager is responsible for the successful operation of the operating portfolio, maximizing uptime while maintaining the OPEX budget. This includes managing compliance, monitoring performance, and coordinating with maintenance providers.