Senior Asset Manager

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_ Job Description Job Title Senior Asset Manager Department Asset Management Reporting to Head of Asset Management APAC About Lightsource bp Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. We are a 50:50 joint venture with bp with a mission to help drive the world’s transition to low carbon energy. With solar set to increase tenfold in the next 20 years, we are well-positioned to capitalize on this growth. By joining the Lightsource bp team, you will ‘be the change’ on the world’s energy transition to a more sustainable future. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit as we continue to push the boundaries of an ever-changing energy landscape. By choosing a career with us, you can expect a challenging and fulfilling role surrounded by people who are passionate and have brilliant ideas about sustainable technology, innovation and making the world a better place. Our Values Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values are guiding principles for everything we do. Creating and maintaining a long term, continuously safe and healthy environment is our top priority. We are a company of uncompromising integrity and business ethics. We respect the law, support universal human rights, protect the environment and benefit the communities where we work. As a renewable energy company, we are part of the climate change solution. We adopt a ‘solutions’ driven mindset throughout our entire business in order to stay ahead of the game in an ever-changing global energy landscape. What You’ll do (the role) Summary As Senior Asset Manager you will lead all asset management activities in New Zealand for a growing portfolio of large‑scale solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) assets. Working with the Head of Asset Management APAC, you will agree and implement the NZ asset management strategy, act as the day‑to‑day point of contact for local stakeholders, and work with the APAC team to ensure consistent, high‑quality service delivery across the portfolio Duties and Responsiblities Lead all asset management activities in New Zealand, ensuring alignment with APAC strategy and local regulatory requirements. Serve as the primary local contact for landowners, regulatory authorities, network service providers, EPC contractors, O&M providers and other stakeholders. Prepare annual budgets, monitor spend against forecasts, approve variances and implement cost‑control measures. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to coordinate delivery, resolve issues, and align priorities across the asset lifecycle. Oversee operational delivery and contractual performance of EPC and O&M contractors, ensuring compliance with contract terms and timely resolution of issues. Prepare and deliver regular asset management reporting for internal stakeholders, lenders, regulators and market operators. Collaborate with the APAC asset management team to develop, implement and roll out systems, standard policies, procedures and systems to support scalable service delivery. Drive process automation and administrative efficiency to reduce manual workload and improve data quality and transparency. Who we’re looking for KNOWLEDGE Strong understanding of key contracts and the critical stakeholders involved. Good knowledge of the New Zealand energy market. Understanding of the financial and commercial aspects of projects, including revenue drivers, and cost control measures. Knowledge of the solar (and preferably BESS) asset lifecycle Technical knowledge of utility‑scale solar PV and BESS operations. Strong process focus and technical IT skills EXPERIENCE 7 years’ of experience working in operations management, preferably in the solar/BESS market The ideal candidate may have worked for financial investors active in the renewable space internationally, and IPP or a vertically integrated developer The ideal candidate will have proven track record managing EPC and O&M obligations PERSONAL/WORK SKILLS Team working skills Problem solving and proactive attitude Detailed oriented and well organised Able to work efficiently and effectively under the pressure of tight deadlines Fluency in English is essential Effective track record in managing successfully sites from remote location Process oriented Strong technical IT skills (Excel, SCADA, PowerBI, etc.) Able to visit project sites across New Zealand as required and travel to the Lightsource bp office in Sydney. Ideally based in Auckland. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Educated to Degree level in a subject applicable in the renewable industry, preferably engineering. Why you’ll want to work for us Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow; a place where your ideas and opinions matter. Be you We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect. Be responsible Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity. Be recognized Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits. Be inspired Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. Initiatives to get involved with including our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project or our net-zero by 2025 campaign.