Asset Manager

Job Description

RES is the world's largest independent renewable energy company with over a 23GW portfolio and the expertise to develop, engineer, construct, finance, and operate projects around the globe and is active in a range of energy technologies including onshore and offshore wind, solar, energy storage and transmission and distribution. RES is also responsible for the operational asset management of over 12GW on behalf of Clients.

We are driven by our vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable zero carbon energy. We are proud of the 21 million tonnes of carbon offset each year by our global portfolio of renewable energy projects and we are proud of the people that developed and built them.

About the Role

As an Asset Manager, you will lead the delivery of multiple PV & BESS Asset Management Agreements. You'll manage client relationships, drive asset performance and value, coordinate defect resolution, and regulatory compliance. With a strong focus on safety, reporting, and stakeholder engagement-including landholders, regulators, and contractors-you'll be the central figure ensuring assets operate smoothly, profitably, and in full compliance with industry standards. This role will be reporting to Asset Management Team Leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Asset Management Agreements, ensuring strong performance, compliance and client satisfaction.
• Develop annual business plans, maintain risk registers and coordinate day‑to‑day asset operations, including maintenance and issue resolution.
• Manage regulatory and market obligations (e.g., NER, AEMO, AER, CER) through structured, auditable processes.
• Oversee defect management, contractual obligations and accurate project documentation, budgets and reporting.
• Build effective relationships with clients, landholders, community stakeholders and internal teams, ensuring timely payments and transparent communication.
• Champion a strong safety culture and model risk‑aware behaviours.

Knowledge & Skills

• Renewable Energy Operations: PV, BESS, NEM and regulatory frameworks
• Commercial & Contracting: Procurement, contract and contractor management, commercial analysis and executive‑ready recommendations
• Safety, Quality & Environment: Health and safety systems, quality and environmental management
• Stakeholder & Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, board engagement and community interaction
• Operational Excellence: Problem solving, planning, organisation and attention to detail

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in asset management, including early‑stage operations
• Strong client relationship management and stakeholder engagement
• Understanding of commercial and engineering aspects of renewable energy and the National Electricity Market
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting and business planning
• Extensive contract and contractor management experience
• Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Law, Finance or a related field Master's degree desirable

What we offer

• A competitive bonus.
• Genuine flexible working.
• Generous and gender-neutral parental leave.
• 25 days leave (including the ability to swap cultural days of significance).
• Annual skin checks.
• Flu vaccinations.
• Eye care.
• Professional trade subscriptions.
• Professional body membership ($40 a month).
• 4 paid volunteer days, and charity matching.

We are also dedicated to the personal and professional development of our employees via training and development opportunities and sponsored education.

Culture of Care for our People, Our Planet, and Our Product

In joining RES, you chose to become part of an organisation built on a long history of operational excellence and care. We have always cared about our employee's safety, wellbeing, and personal growth. We truly value and respect the individual contributions of our people and believe that diversity provides an important range of perspectives. A fair and inclusive culture makes us stronger.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, relation, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. RES is a LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer and Certified as a Family Friendly Workplace.

RES acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their ongoing connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to Elders past and present and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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