Director of Asset Management (m/w/d)

Job Description

Our goal is to make clean power accessible, to accelerate the shift to zero carbon power and transport.

We’re building and operating the world’s most sophisticated battery systems to enable the uptake of more renewable power and accelerating fleet electrification, de-risking the transition to zero-emission transport at scale. We’ve been consistently innovative since we were founded in 2017, achieving major industry firsts and using proprietary software and data analysis to optimise operational performance for our customers. At the end of their life, we repurpose electric vehicle batteries to provide clean power at depots, on construction sites and film sets.

Today we have 730 MW of grid scale battery storage operational and under construction and are the largest owner and operator of EV buses in the UK, Australia and New Zealand, supporting over 1,000 electric vehicles worldwide. In our first five years we have raised nearly £1.8 billion in funding and have expanded into other markets such as the US. Our rapidly growing company is looking for highly talented and motivated people to join us.

The Opportunity

We are looking to recruit an experienced energy asset management leader to take responsibility for our expanding portfolio of over 1.2GW battery energy storage assets. As we expand our portfolio across the UK, USA, and Australia, we are seeking an experienced asset management leader to drive operational excellence, optimise asset performance, and support our global growth strategy. With the UK’s largest and most complex BESS assets coming online in 2025-2026 and a growing international pipeline, this role is instrumental in managing the global expansion of our teams and ensuring compliance across all regions.

The Director of Asset Management will lead the management of our expanding global portfolio of over 1.2GW of battery energy storage assets. This role is responsible for the commercial, financial, and technical performance of these assets, ensuring compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and safety requirements. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the successful candidate will play a critical role in maximising asset value and ensuring best-in-class asset management practices.

A Taste of the Day to Day

• Lead and scale the Asset Management team, overseeing recruitment, development, and retention of personnel across multiple geographies.
• Implement best-practice asset management strategies to optimise long-term commercial and technical performance.
• Develop and manage business plans, budgets, and capital projects to enhance asset value.
• Establish and lead an Asset Maintenance team, defining and executing an effective O&M strategy to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency.
• Ensure optimal contractor performance during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, ensuring all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met or exceeded.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE regulations, grid codes, power purchase agreements, planning authority requirements, and internal company policies.
• Manage and ensure both commercial and technical compliance with contracts, warranties, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proactively manage portfolio risks, implementing mitigation strategies and reporting issues appropriately.
• Oversee stakeholder reporting, including timely and accurate reports for investors, lenders, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and execute value-accretive initiatives to enhance asset profitability, presenting proposals to the Investment Committee.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, landowners, regulators, and other key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with legal and delivery teams on due diligence for acquisitions and disposals.
• Ensure that operational learnings are effectively captured and integrated into business practices.
• Lead the development and implementation of ISO 55000-based asset management frameworks.

Health and Safety

• Actively contribute to Zenobe's commitment to health and safety, wellbeing and sustainability by; integrating these principles into daily responsibilities, ensuring a safe and supportive work environment, promoting both the physical and mental health of self and colleagues, and adopting sustainable and energy-efficient practices to minimize environmental impact. By doing so, each employee at Zenobe plays a vital role in fostering a culture that prioritises overall safety, holistic wellbeing, environmental sustainability in our business operations.

What We’re Looking For

We realise that certain groups of people are less likely to apply for a role if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. To be absolutely clear: if you like the look of this job and think you could do it well, we encourage you to apply with a CV that highlights your transferable skills and experience. Above all, Zenobē is looking for collaborative, flexible, empathetic people who are interested in creating and promoting practical routes to a zero carbon world.

We are looking for a dynamic leader with a strong background in asset management and a deep understanding of the battery energy storage sector.

Essential Experience

• Over 10 years’ experience in asset management and O&M of battery energy storage or renewable energy assets.
• Strong understanding of UK grid codes, energy market regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale infrastructure projects and associated commercial agreements.
• Extensive experience in HSE best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to identify and implement strategies to optimise asset performance.
• Strong stakeholder and contract management expertise.
• Sound knowledge of project finance, including asset reporting requirements, financial covenants, and performance ratios.
• A recognised Engineering Qualification at Degree level or equivalent financial/technical experience.

Essential Competencies

• Passion for clean energy and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Results-oriented, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of translating technical insights into strategic actions.
• Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail.

Desirable Competencies

• Knowledge of the US and Australian energy markets.
• Chartered membership of the Institute of Asset Management.

Working at Zenobe

We’re passionate about sustainability and are proud to offer Team Zenobē a pioneering and collaborative working environment. We encourage our people to take ownership of their career progression and celebrate those that can think outside the box.

If you’d like to join our community of likeminded people hit the apply button now, we’d love to hear from you!

What We Offer

Charge your career at Zenobē and receive

• Up to 33% annual bonus for being awesome
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• £1,500 training budget per year, to ensure you grow as we do
• EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Pension scheme, up to 8% matched contributions
• Enhanced parental leave
• Cash back health plan
• Plus more

Lots of our people work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time, flexitime and hybrid working. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but please talk to us about the flexibility you need and let’s see how we can make it work.

Our Approach to Diversity and Inclusion

Our people are our strongest asset and the key determinant of our success, and we value a range of skillsets and perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. We work to provide equal opportunities and an inclusive work environment, where everyone is fairly treated in the application process and through their career at Zenobē. If there are any adjustments that would help improve your experience with Zenobē, please let us know when you apply.