Asset Manager - BESS

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Job Description

Job Title: Asset Manager – Battery Energy Storage Systems

Location: London


Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Asset Manager to support the management, optimisation, and compliance of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and HV grid infrastructure, including associated transmission equipment.


Key Responsibilities


Portfolio Performance & Asset Management

  • Work with Technical Asset Managers to optimise performance of BESS and HV assets
  • Oversee Long-Term Service Agreements (LTSAs) with OEMs, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement
  • Monitor asset KPIs and identify performance optimisation opportunities
  • Support technical due diligence for new acquisitions and onboarding into internal systems
  • Contribute to lifecycle planning, reinvestment strategy, and long-term asset optimisation
  • Assist with OPEX/CAPEX tracking and cost efficiency analysis
  • Support refurbishment and upgrade projects, ensuring procurement governance compliance
  • Prepare asset performance reporting, including dashboards, board reports, and investor updates
  • Support external reporting requirements (e.g., lenders, capacity markets, grid compliance submissions)

Stakeholder Management

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, contractors, grid operators, and internal teams
  • Ensure clear, timely communication across all stakeholders
  • Conduct site visits to assess asset condition and contractor performance
  • Act as a key contact for operational and technical asset queries

Operations & Compliance

  • Manage O&M agreements and monitor performance KPIs
  • Ensure compliance with grid codes, capacity market obligations, and regulatory requirements
  • Support safety, environmental, and operational compliance across all assets
  • Assist with incident tracking, issue resolution, and contractor coordination
  • Maintain and update asset risk registers
  • Support governance reporting and performance reviews




Candidate Profile

Essential Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in asset management or technical energy-sector role
  • Exposure to BESS, renewables, HV infrastructure, or grid operations
  • Understanding of the power sector value chain, including OEM and technical asset management interfaces
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
  • High attention to detail with ability to manage both strategic and operational priorities
  • Proficiency with digital tools and asset management systems
  • Fluent English and strong organisational capability

Location:
City Of London
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Finance And Insurance

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