Renewable Asset and O&M Manager (PV / BESS Projects) - Hungary

MET Group is an integrated European energy company, headquartered in Switzerland, with activities in natural gas and power, focused on multi-commodity wholesale, trading and sales, as well as energy infrastructure and industrial assets. The Renewables and Asset Segment develops, owns and operates a diverse and growing portfolio of energy assets across Europe, and is an integral part of our strategy to drive profitable decarbonization and support the energy transition. We are looking for a new colleague who has renewable energy/ electrical engineering background, has relevant experience in asset management and /or O&M of solar projects and would be keen to take responsibility for the management of PV power plants within the Renewables and Asset Segment’s Hungarian operating asset portfolio. Main responsibilities: Oversee the asset management and O&M of solar (PV) power plants, ensuring efficient and safe energy generation, Ensure the assets/ solar plants perform in accordance with the contractual obligations, defined KPIs and safety standards, Prepare the budget forecasts for the O&M, Optimise power generation ensuring reliability, safety and cost efficiency, Internal and external stakeholder management, including management reporting and business update communications, Monitor asset performance, take preventive and corrective action in accordance with technical and budget requirements, Carry out failure analysis and provide technical assistance, Analyse the power generation data and do root cause analysis (RCA) of the failure and take necessary decisions to find suitable solutions, Provide information for weekly reports of the asset/plant performance, Drive and ensure safety in carrying out the activities at project sites, Understand the O&M contracts and various guarantee/warranty clause applicable to the equipment / system / services, Ensure contractual obligations to various equipment supplier/ OEM/ service provider resulting risk free projects/ assets, Lead continuous improvement initiatives and take actions towards de-risking the assets in the long run of their operational life cycle, Reduce unplanned downtime of the plant through proactive measures, Monitor and supervise direct reports as per the good industry practices, Project management of special projects (e.g. revamping, integration of new assets in the portfolio). Master's degree in electrical engineering, energy or renewable energy engineering, or a related field, Proven and relevant experience (2+ years) in Asset Management and/or O&M of solar projects, Strong understanding of solar technologies, operational management, contractual administration, vendor /sub-contractor management, budgeting and cost management as well as related standards, Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and diagnostics of solar plant equipment, Efficient in MS office (PowerPoint, MS Projects, Excel, Word etc.) Willing to travel to project sites, Proactive attitude, excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, Fluent English and Hungarian language knowledge is required. What we can offer: Competitive remuneration package, Participation in complex project tasks, High degree of responsibility and independence, International career opportunity and a cross-functional working environment, Great atmosphere with a friendly and supportive international team, Hybrid working opportunity.