Performance Analyst

THE ROLEWe are seeking a dynamic and driven Performance Analyst to join our innovative solar asset management team based in Spain. As a crucial member of our passionate Technical Operations team, you will play a pivotal role in optimising the performance of a diverse portfolio of solar PV plants.Your responsibilities will require you to take charge of managing service providers, and projects, and swiftly resolving daily technical issues. You will be the driving force behind implementing performance and quality improvements, making a tangible impact on the renewable energy landscape.At WiseEnergy, we take pride in managing large photovoltaic plant portfolios on behalf of prestigious investors and financial institutions, both nationally and internationally. Join us in shaping the future of solar asset management.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESDaily supervision and analysis of the Ground Mount PV portfolio’s technical performance and operations; Demonstrate capacity to track plant incidents and take ownership of any resolutions; Optimise the availability and performance ratio of the portfolio under supervision; Support the line manager in the daily supervision and analysis of the portfolio technical performance and operations; Manage the relationships with Operation & Maintenance contractors and Customer Interface on Technical Issues; Ensure all O&M / other technical service providers achieve, at a minimum, their contractual obligations; Prepare and delivery periodic reports on technical performance and other operational aspects of the plants, as well as supervise the reporting of junior members of the team; Prepare and review yearly budgets; Supervise and manage outcomes of the site visits executed by the site managers, as well as post-construction punch lists; Supervise the control of the technical documentation related to the plants; Support the in providing regular compliance with the DNOs, insurance companies, Public Entities, etc; Constant identification and implementation of process improvements; Support the line manager in coordinating activities with the other WiseEnergy departments; Support the line manager in developing a growing and diverse technical team; Support to the line manager in establishing and maintaining an environment of internal control and integrity; Lead team meetings to identify internal stresses and allocate support where needed to foster a collaborative working environment;SKILLS & COMPETENCIESTo be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:Excellentproject management skills Superbstakeholder managementand influencing skills Ability to compile andpresent dataclearly, attractively, concisely, and in a way that others find easy to digest (using PowerPoint as well as tools such as PowerBi) Ability to balance priorities Good commercial understanding of the sector IT Literacy- you should be interested in technology, including AI, and show the aptitude to bring this into your role and the projects you are accountable for delivering. You do not need to be a technologist yourself, but you must be technically literate and curious about the possibilities that technology offers Delivery focus– it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Passion for our mission‘to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy Our values:be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and ‘bring your Alpha’.EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONSExperience in the renewable energy industry; preferably the Solar PV business: Asset Management, Technical Advisor, Owners’ Engineer, O&M contractor, EPC and/or in similar business positions Bachelor’s degree in a STEM subject Great knowledge of the technical characteristics of PV plants Experience in the management of PV Portfolios Understanding the root cause of site problems In-depth analysis of the performance of the plants Being able to avoid or limit substantial failures Ability to work independently and in teams Ability to attend and run high-level meetings Experience in the management of O&M handovers Experience in the management of claims against modules/inverter manufacturers Be highly pro-active, possessing strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Be a committed team player with the ability to multi-task, use initiative and perform well under pressure; Quality oriented Interdisciplinary general knowledge International experience would be a plus Microsoft Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, Teams; SCADA systems; PVSyst (appreciated but not required) and Meteonorm Proficiency in English, a second language in Spanish, Portuguese or Italian is advantageous The right to work in the UK.WHAT WE OFFERA busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn International scope – we operate in over 8 countries Hybrid working – we will need you in the Seville office at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week 30 days’ holiday per year (3 of which are taken during the festive shutdown in December) Annual discretionary bonus. Healthcare for you and qualifying dependentsHOW TO APPLYIf you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to careers@nextenergygroup.com. If you have been shortlisted for the next stage, we will be in contact within 14 days.By selecting “Apply” or sending us your CV, you indicate you have read and acknowledged NextEnergy Group’s Candidate Privacy Notice.