Head of Assets - Solar

Astute's Renewables team is exclusively partnering with Zestec Renewable Energy, a leader in solar energy asset management, to recruit a Head of Assets for their UK-based operations.

Zestec is renowned for its expertise in the origination, development, and management of solar PV portfolios, supporting businesses and institutions in achieving cost-effective, clean energy solutions.

The strategically important Head of Assets role offers a competitive salary, pension, and flexible working options from their London or Bournemouth offices.

If you're an experienced Head of Assets and are looking to work for an organisation that values integrity, people development, and sustainability, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Leadership Team, you will:

• Develop and execute the strategy for solar asset management in line with the company's objectives.
• Lead the management, optimisation, and strategic growth of solar asset portfolios in the UK.
• Monitor and optimise the financial performance of the portfolios, including revenue, operating costs, and profit margins.
• Oversee day-to-day management, ensuring maximum performance and efficiency of solar assets.
• Manage third-party service providers, ensuring adherence to performance standards and contractual obligations.
• Optimise revenue generation and explore opportunities for system expansion, including the integration of complementary technologies like batteries, EV chargers, and heat pumps.
• Lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including clients, investors, and regulators, to ensure transparency and success in the business.
• Ensure compliance with UK energy regulations, health and safety, and environmental standards

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Extensive knowledge of solar energy operations and asset management.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
  

Personal skills

The Head of Assets role would suit someone who is:

• A strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute long-term plans.
• An exceptional leader with the ability to inspire and manage teams.
• Passionate about renewable energy and sustainability
• Results-driven, solution-oriented, and able to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• A strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills.

Salary and benefits of the Head of Assets role

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and progression within the renewable energy sector

INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.