So, we heard a secret that we wanted to let you in on... One of the biggest IPPs in Sub-Saharan Africa is looking for a Project Developer to contribute their expertise to their growing portfolio of projects (pssst! Over 100MW worth). They are looking for a candidate that understands the South African energy market in all respects and has a genuine passion for the environment. We’re talking everything from administrative systems to environmental law. With support from a Senior Project Developer, your core purpose would be to secure all of the necessary land rights, authorisations, permits, and licenses required to build and operate renewable energy projects. Essentially, they need someone who can handle government-level red tape. If you consider your negotiation skills to rival that of Captain Phillips, we want to hear from you! Interested in finding out more about AltGen and want to receive updates on new industry-relevant job roles? Then follow our <a href="https://bit.ly/AltGenLi">LinkedIn page</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://eepurl.com/hENwn5">mailer</a>.

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Project Developer – Wind/Solar PV/ BESS – Gqeberha

We are looking for someone organized and detail-oriented, who loves to make chaotic situations run smoothly, understands the value of strong processes and will enthusiastically familiarize oneself with our software systems to assist in creating and then managing a seamless, efficient, and highly organized project onboarding process. This person is passionate about the type of work Generate is doing, looking to apply their experience to help scale a growing business and drive critical internal process efficiencies and initiatives. This person can juggle – and juggle well – managing a variety of stakeholders and projects simultaneously while providing the highest standards of performance.What you will be doing at Generate Capital as an Assistant Project Manager:<ul><li>Thoroughly understand the details, key milestones, and deliverables associated with projects under development in order to ensure seamless handover to the ongoing operations team and other internal stakeholders.</li><li>Identify and complete a variety of administrative tasks related to project development, such as asset ownership transfer forms, incentive program applications/registrations, interconnection and permitting paperwork, and insurance applications.</li><li>Onboard and build relationships with project landowners.</li><li>Collect, organize, and perform quality control checks on asset and transaction-related information.</li><li>Read and understand project development documents such as leases, permitting approvals, PILOT agreements, etc. and create summaries of owner obligations.</li><li>Track project progress and deliverables, ensuring that responsible parties are aware of requirements and keeping records of compliance.</li><li>Support the evolution of internal tools and processes.</li><li>In cooperation with other departments, project manage processes such as creation of new legal entities, bank account setup, insurance procurement, regulatory filings, and PILOT applications.</li><li>Facilitate handover meetings with other support teams within Generate, such as Construction, Commercial Asset Management, and Investment team.</li><li>Effectively manage relationships between Developers and Generate as projects are preparing for and undergoing construction.</li><li>Work with Generate Capital Investment Team to identify and track project deliverables for both developer and Generate.</li><li>Assist in site diligence in conjunction with internal teams and consultants including critical issues screening, preliminary design and energy model, landowner and utility issues.</li><li>Identify project risks and develop mitigation efforts.</li></ul>Candidate qualifications &amp; core characteristics:<ul><li>A demonstrated passion for, or commitment to, our mission</li><li>2+ years’ experience in development administration and/or project management, with some exposure to solar PV projects preferred.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through</li><li>Effective written and oral communicator capable of motivating colleagues and external parties to collaborate and respond to requests.</li><li>Unimpeachable integrity and glowing references</li><li>Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including empathy, intuition, and listening as well as strong writing, editing, and basic design skills.</li><li>High level of self-awareness and humility, with excitement about confronting uncomfortable situations or new challenges</li><li>Intellectual agility, curiosity, and creativity; problem-solving is your default mode</li><li>Entrepreneurial spirit: flexibility, comfort with risk, recognition that “perfect can be the enemy of the good”</li></ul>Generate’s compensation packages are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Salary decisions take into account a wide variety of factors including, but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $120,000. In addition, the compensation package may include a discretionary bonus and other benefits, including health care benefits, retirement benefits, benefits permitting paid days off (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid time off or vacation benefits), and other benefits that must be reported for federal tax purposes. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of this range. Generate Capital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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Assistant Project Manager

Are you a driven Business Development Manager with 4-5 years of experience in the energy sector, specifically in the French market? Do you hold a bachelor’s degree in economics, Technical, Law, or a related area? Our client, a leading global developer and operator of solar projects, is actively pursuing project development opportunities with significant profit potential in high-growth markets. Currently, they are in search of a Business Development Manager to oversee all development operations, actively participating in the entire project development cycle to ensure project profitability. As our ideal candidate, you bring extensive experience in guiding projects to the ready-to-build phase, actively participating in auctions and sales intricacies. Your track record reflects your expertise in cultivating relationships with local authorities, utilities, and regulators, ensuring the smooth acquisition of permissions for constructing and operating solar plants. Your notable experiences encompass a deep understanding of the authorization process, covering zoning, environmental considerations, building codes, and conditions related to land and/or grid connections. You should demonstrate the capability to evaluate energy projects from both economic and legal standpoints, highlighting your independence and proactive involvement with stakeholders as essential attributes. This offers an outstanding opportunity for individuals seeking career advancement in business development within the renewable energy industry. Please note that previous experience in the French market, preferably 2-3 years, is required. The role can be either hybrid or remote, depending on the candidate's location. RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Assist throughout the identification, evaluation, and assessment of solar projects for investment</li><li>Negotiate and sign lease agreements</li><li>Deal with authorities to get all necessary permission to build and operate solar plants</li><li>Communicate and take care with our engineers for the technical design of each plant;</li><li>Manage relationships with local authorities, utilities, and the regulators</li><li>Interact with legal, tax, technical, and insurance advisors</li><li>control projects until ready-to-build status and also participating in the auction and sale process</li></ul>

Business Development Manager – Solar – Lyon

We are looking for a Project Manager to focus on our Community Solar portfolio. This person is organized and detail oriented, loves to make chaotic situations run smoothly, understands the value of strong processes and will enthusiastically familiarize oneself with our software systems to create and then manage a seamless, efficient, and highly organized project onboarding process. This person is passionate about the type of work Generate is doing, looking to apply their experience to help scale a growing business and drive critical internal process efficiencies and initiatives. This person can juggle – and juggle well – managing a variety of stakeholders and projects simultaneously while providing the highest standards of performance.What you'll be doing at Generate Capital as a Project Manager:<ul><li>Participate in EPC selection and contract negotiation.</li><li>Act as the Owner's Representative by managing EPC firms and engaging with developers, consultants, engineers, and other project stakeholders</li><li>Understand site-specific design details and support/manage engineering review and energy model development</li><li>Manage all aspects of the EPC agreement, including official notices, change orders, RFIs, pay applications, construction status updates, safety, milestone achievement, certificates, commissioning, etc.</li><li>Tightly manage project-level budgets and milestone payments, which includes internal reporting and forecasting</li><li>Ensure project quality control by coordinating on-site inspections, coordinating with 3rd party providers if necessary.</li><li>Attend project progress meetings</li><li>Act as the internal subject matter expert on all aspects of projects.</li><li>Identify, track, manage, and report on project risks</li><li>Update internal data systems and ensure all project-level documentation is accurate</li><li>Coordinate after-action reviews/lessons learned/continuous improvement</li><li>Assist with the development of internal operating policies, standards, and procedures.</li><li>Communicate project progress, risks, and issues both internally and externally</li><li>Manage relationships with all stakeholders</li><li>Ensure compliance with company safety program</li><li>Ensure appropriate closeout of projects and handover to Generate Asset Management Team</li></ul>Candidate qualifications &amp; core characteristics:<ul><li>A demonstrated passion for, or commitment to, our mission</li><li>5+ years’ experience in construction project management, with significant exposure to commercial and utility solar PV projects preferred.</li><li>A 4-year degree or equivalent work experience and certifications</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through</li><li>Strong written and oral communicator capable of “code switching” to meet the needs of a given situation</li><li>Some knowledge of GAAP project accounting and basic finance concepts is preferred</li><li>Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite. Prior exposure to Salesforce or other CRM helpful.</li><li>Relevant training and certifications such as prior/current trade licensure, OSHA10/30, NABCEP, PMP are preferred</li><li>Ability to manage multiple objectives simultaneously and prioritize appropriately</li><li>Strong familiarity with construction and electrical codes</li><li>Strong analytical skills</li><li>Expertise in EPC contract negotiations</li><li>Ability to read and interpret technical drawing sets</li><li>Unimpeachable integrity and glowing references</li><li>Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including empathy, intuition, and listening as well as strong writing, editing, and basic design skills.</li><li>High level of self-awareness and humility, with excitement about confronting uncomfortable situations or new challenges</li><li>Intellectual agility, curiosity, and creativity; problem-solving is your default mode</li><li>Entrepreneurial spirit: flexibility, comfort with risk, recognition that “perfect can be the enemy of the good”</li></ul>Generate’s compensation packages are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Salary decisions take into account a wide variety of factors including, but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $125,000 - $137,000 In addition, the compensation package may include a discretionary bonus and other benefits, including health care benefits, retirement benefits, benefits permitting paid days off (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid time off or vacation benefits), and other benefits that must be reported for federal tax purposes. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of this range.Generate Capital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Project Manager

We are looking for someone organized and detail-oriented, who loves to make chaotic situations run smoothly, understands the value of strong processes and will enthusiastically familiarize oneself with our software systems to assist in creating and then managing a seamless, efficient, and highly organized project development. This person is passionate about the type of work Generate is doing, looking to apply their experience to help scale a growing business and drive critical internal process efficiencies and initiatives. This person can juggle – and juggle well – managing a variety of stakeholders and projects simultaneously while providing the highest standards of service.What you will be doing at Generate Capital as a Project Development Manager:<ul><li>Executing last-mile development tasks related to Generate-owned community solar projects.<ul><li>Examples include open real estate items pursuant to project operation and open ministerial permitting issues such as attending town meetings.</li></ul></li><li>Receiving acquired projects from the investment team and onboarding open development items.</li><li>Engaging with a range of external counterparties and development partners to close open permitting issues.</li><li>Off-boarding projects to the designated Project Manager at construction NTP.</li><li>Collaborating with the Commercial Project Delivery team to respond to 3rd party financing deliverables.</li></ul>Candidate qualifications &amp; core characteristics:<ul><li>A demonstrated passion for, or commitment to, our mission</li><li>3 - 5 years’ experience in construction or development administration and/or project management, with exposure to solar PV projects preferred.</li><li>Unimpeachable integrity and glowing references</li><li>Proven experience understanding and navigating laws and regulations at a state and local level.</li><li>Deep familiarity with the community solar development lifecycle.</li><li>Excellent project management skills.</li><li>A risk management mindset and ability to anticipate challenges.</li><li>Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including empathy, intuition, and listening as well as strong writing, editing, and basic design skills.</li><li>High level of self-awareness and humility, with excitement about confronting uncomfortable situations or new challenges</li><li>Intellectual agility, curiosity, and creativity; problem-solving is your default mode</li><li>Entrepreneurial spirit: flexibility, comfort with risk, recognition that “perfect can be the enemy of the good”</li></ul>Generate’s compensation packages are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Salary decisions take into account a wide variety of factors including, but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $115,000 - $140,000. In addition, the compensation package may include a discretionary bonus and other benefits, including health care benefits, retirement benefits, benefits permitting paid days off (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid time off or vacation benefits), and other benefits that must be reported for federal tax purposes. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of this range. Generate Capital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Project Development Manager

Are you bored of REIPPPP projects? Looking to shake up your career and the industry? We might just have the opportunity for you. If you are an experienced Business Development Manager in the renewable energy industry, why are you sitting behind that dusty old desk? Shake those traditional power project cobwebs off and join our client, a multibillion-dollar energy company, in the exploration of new energy markets and the integration of groundbreaking technology in the South African market. Curious? Send us your CV and if you are the unicorn we are looking for, we’ll give you a buzz. Interested in finding out more about AltGen and want to receive updates on new industry-relevant job roles? Then follow our <a href="https://bit.ly/AltGenLi">LinkedIn page</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://eepurl.com/hENwn5">mailer</a>. RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Identifying and developing project development and M&amp;A opportunities, with a focus on sectors such as Commercial &amp; Industrial and Energy Trading</li><li>Leading our clientâs participation in the REIPP program, overseeing the review of tender requirements, structuring, and submission of bid responses</li><li>Leading the development of projects to financial close, including securing permits and coordinating closely with finance, legal, HR, and technical teams</li><li>Negotiating key documentation, including Offtake Agreements, JDA Term Sheets, JDAs, Shareholder Agreements, and Share Purchase Agreements, in collaboration with legal and finance teams</li><li>Managing and mitigating risks throughout the development, construction, and operational phases of projects</li><li>Conducting due diligence for M&amp;A and Project Finance transactions, negotiating key project documents such as PPAs, SPAs, and Finance Agreements, and supporting valuation and offer preparation for project acquisitions and financial close</li></ul>

Business Development Manager –  Solar PV/Wind – Cape Town

We’re looking for an Investment Analyst who falls in with the crème of the crop. You’ll need extensive project finance experience, must be an expert builder of financial models, and MUST be passionate about sustainable investment. Our clients, high-stakes players in the impact investing sector and blended finance fund management, is on the search for Investment Analysts to join their projects in Namibia. A keen interest in impactful environmental and social development, alongside financial returns, is essential. If you have 2-5 years of post-articles experience in the financial sector and are looking to get into the Namibian green hydrogen and solar markets, this role might be for you. Apply now and seize your opportunity to join a high-calibre team of professionals in the emerging Namibia energy market. Interested in finding out more about AltGen and want to receive updates on new industry-relevant job roles? Then follow our <a href="https://bit.ly/AltGenLi">LinkedIn page</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://eepurl.com/hENwn5">mailer</a>. RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Assist transactors throughout all stages of deal activities and process life cycles</li><li>Establish and maintain the documentation management system, including all relevant due diligence and project content</li><li>Manage compliance, governance, and internal approval processes</li><li>Serve as the knowledge manager for the transaction database</li><li>Develop project finance models and conduct appropriate analysis as needed</li><li>Conduct financial analysis of potential financing structures</li><li>Prepare investment proposals for the Investment Committee</li><li>Coordinate due diligence workstreams</li><li>Gather input for reports for the Board and Investors</li><li>Research the power/energy market across the region</li></ul>

Investment Analyst – Green Hydrogen & Solar PV – Namibia

Are you looking for your next career upgrade? Do you have a degree in computer science and extensive experience managing IT industrial control systems within the renewable energy industry across several project sites at once?   Our client, one of Africa’s largest pure play renewable energy providers of utility-scale on-shore wind and solar projects, is seeking an IT Manager to manage and develop all IT-related project requirements. A crucial part of the role involves implementing comprehensive cyber security strategies across departments to mitigate cyber-related risks. Ensuring that you and your team are relevantly upskilled and ahead of the game when it comes to transformative technologies, will also fall under your responsibilities. Our client is looking for someone who is adaptive, enjoys high-volumes of detail-orientated work, and is constantly innovating and testing out new systems in renewable energy tech. The role involves all sectors of the business from administration to vendor relations, to the management of all control systems. In addition to ensuring that all IT systems, infrastructure, and documentation are up to date, the ideal candidate would collaborate with the Owners Engineering team to ensure a secure and innovative IT systems solution is implemented across all WTG and substations. Alongside this team, you be involved in the acquisition and integration of new assets into the company’s South African portfolio. This process would include managing managed service agreements and procurement &amp; PO processes with third-party vendors and suppliers. Apply now and launch the next stage in your career at a future-focused and competitive company that is at the forefront of energy-related technological innovation. Interested in finding out more about AltGen and want to receive updates on new industry-relevant job roles? Then follow our <a href="https://bit.ly/AltGenLi">LinkedIn page</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://eepurl.com/hENwn5">mailer</a>.

IT Manager –  Solar/Wind – Cape Town

On-site and on point! Are you passionate about renewable energy and proficient in managing and supervising construction projects? We are seeking a Solar Energy Construction Supervisor and Construction Project Manager to join our team and oversee the completion of C&amp;I solar projects. In these pivotal roles, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are executed on time, within budget, and in adherence to specified scope and quality standards. As a Project Manager in our organisation, you'll be responsible for overseeing diverse aspects across the lifecycle of construction projects. Your role involves meticulous planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of these projects while ensuring compliance with set standards and efficient resource allocation. <div> Interested in finding out more about AltGen and want to receive updates on new industry-relevant job roles? Then follow our <a href="https://bit.ly/AltGenLi">LinkedIn page</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://eepurl.com/hENwn5">mailer</a>. </div> RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Project Initiation: Identify stakeholders and allocate projects based on scope and workload. Coordinate joint site surveys and customise Construction Methodology Plans</li><li>Project Planning: Prepare project kickoff meetings, evaluate management plans, define scope and change management, manage schedules, and engage clients on logistics and quality plans.</li><li>Project Execution: Arrange site establishment, analyse project performance, and evaluate Quality Assurance processes.</li><li>Project Monitoring and Control: Conduct regular review meetings, populate progress and risk reports for senior management.</li><li>Project Closure: Coordinate acceptance sessions, conduct inventory reviews, and compile lessons learned reports.</li><li>Rapid Assessment and Recovery: Evaluate and monitor stabilisation plans for troubled projects to bring them back to approved standards.</li><li>Structural Review: Oversee structural reports, review scopes, and oversee standard designs for access roads.</li><li>Tendering: Develop Construction Methodology Plans and propose manpower resource plans for projects.</li><li>Construction Supervision: Review completed civil works, assess quality and engineering standards, and monitor implementation costs and safety policies.</li><li>Monitoring And Updating: Regularly review and update online project trackers and pipelines.</li><li>Technical Standards Review: Research and update technical standards in line with changing global norms.</li><li>Maintenance Works: Coordinate teams for defect liability period call-outs</li><li>Management Of the Section: Identify possible vacancies, compile sectional reports, and oversee the appointment of suitable staff.</li></ul>

Construction Project Manager – C&I Solar – Johannesburg

Ready to 'harness' solar energy's potential? Join us and engineer the path to a sustainable future! Our client focuses on providing cutting-edge technologies that enhance the efficiency and output of solar installations. Their expertise lies in developing and delivering state-of-the-art tracking systems that maximise the yield of solar energy, catering to diverse project needs and ensuring optimal utilisation of renewable energy sources. Their commitment to innovation and precision in solar tracking solutions aligns with our goals for sustainable and efficient energy generation, and they are seeking a sales engineer to share this vision. As the technical liaison between customers and sales, your role involves establishing and nurturing relationships with both potential and existing clients, presenting a professional and continuous presence. Your objective is to secure customer acceptance by showcasing the technical advantages, unique selling points, cost reductions, and operational improvements of our client’s products or services through compelling demonstrations. Addressing customer inquiries and providing detailed technical information on our offerings is fundamental. You play a crucial supporting role for the regional Head of Sales during customer interactions. Your primary responsibility centers on handling requests for proposals (RFI, RFQ, RFP) and addressing any technical clarifications required by customers. Additionally, your tasks encompass the preparation of 2D and 3D layouts as well as the creation of technical reports to support the sales team's efforts. “Watt” an opportunity! Apply today! Interested in finding out more about AltGen and want to receive updates on new industry-relevant job roles? Then follow our <a href="https://bit.ly/AltGenLi">LinkedIn page</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://eepurl.com/hENwn5">mailer</a>. RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Serve as the technical liaison between sales and customers, fostering strong relationships with both potential and existing clients while maintaining a consistently professional demeanour.</li><li>Use demonstrations to secure customer acceptance by highlighting technical advantages, unique selling points, and improvements in cost and operational efficiency.</li><li>Address customer inquiries and provide detailed technical information regarding products, services, or equipment.</li><li>Provide essential support to the regional Head of Sales during customer interactions.</li><li>Prioritise handling and processing requests for proposals (RFI, RFQ, RFP) and addressing any subsequent technical inquiries from customers.</li><li>Create 2D and 3D layouts as part of the role's responsibilities.</li><li>Generate technical reports tailored to support the sales team in their daily operations.</li></ul>

Sales Engineer – Solar PV – Cape Town

The solar energy industry is growing faster than ever and our client, an innovator and manufacturer of solar tracking products, is no exception. With rapidly expanding operations in South Africa, they are on the hunt for an Operations Director – someone with experience and a bachelor’s degree in industrial or civil engineering. Our ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of experience in an operational role. Your confident communication style and people management skills will enable you to ensure proper operations of the company by constantly engaging with vendors, suppliers, and customers. This key aspect of your position will allow you to assess vendors for your suppliers and further evaluate and select subcontractors. Project management experience will further set you apart as you will oversee PM tasks directly related to assigned projects. You will be responsible for analysing the daily and weekly reports and integrating these into the master project schedule for effective monitoring and management of weekly delivery schedules and weekly construction rates. Your knack for prioritising tasks will enable you to drive the workflow of your teams by prioritising requests received from customers and seeking quick resolutions, as well as handling incoming RMA requests from customers and working with them to resolve faults. You will further be responsible for managing risks by detecting and reporting contractual risks in project execution and further analysing, implementing, and monitoring possible mitigation or elimination measures. With your strong communication skills, you will be well-positioned to communicate these risks as well as project performance, firmware rollouts, and new developments, to key stakeholders and to prepare official correspondence with clients. From a technical perspective, you will be responsible for performing pre-commissioning and commissioning for GCS installations and training and inspection of GCS system installations for customers during various phases of installation. You will have the opportunity to make key customer and construction site visits and you will be responsible for site attendance to plants under construction. If you have the technical expertise, the operational experience, and a passion for clean energy then this is your chance to join our client. Apply today and get ready to change the renewable energy game today! Interested in finding out more about AltGen and want to receive updates on new industry-relevant job roles? Then follow our <a href="https://bit.ly/AltGenLi">LinkedIn page</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://eepurl.com/hENwn5">mailer</a>.

Operations Director – Solar OEM – Cape Town

CALLING ALL GRID ENGINEERS WITH IPP EXPERIENCE. Generation patterns, grid regulation, turbines and substations, utility-scale grid-connection systems, grid integration, grid negotiation agreements, grid flow studies and analysis, WE WANT YOU! With over 1GW of renewable energy projects currently in operation, our client is one of the biggest players in the African energy game. They are looking for a Grid Engineer that has an embedded understanding of all things grid. If all the following keywords can be found on your CV, please apply. <ul> 	<li>Play a pivotal role in developmental projects</li> 	<li>Conduct site assessments for grid connections</li> 	<li>Create indicative designs</li> 	<li>Apply for grid integration cost estimates and review detailed design documents</li> 	<li>Perform grid code compliance studies (RETEC, quality of supply assessments, grid code simulation studies)</li> 	<li>Naturally therefore, extensive experience with DIgSILENT and Powerfactory</li> 	<li>Develop and implement systems to improve grid code compliance</li> 	<li>Review consultant reports</li> 	<li>Investigate grid faults</li> 	<li>Develop facility power curves</li> 	<li>Proven track record of successful industry stakeholder engagement</li> </ul> With several innovative projects in the pipeline, you will be a part of a high-calibre team of experts that are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the South African renewable energy space. This role also presents the opportunity for both national and international travel. Interested in finding out more about AltGen and want to receive updates on new industry-relevant job roles? Then follow our <a href="https://bit.ly/AltGenLi">LinkedIn page</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://eepurl.com/hENwn5">mailer</a>. RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Stakeholder engagement: Grid Operator and Governmental Agencies related to grid connections</li><li>Manage interconnection process with Grid Operator and relevant authorities</li><li>Design and optimise electrical grid systems</li><li>Conduct load flow studies and analyses to ensure efficient power distribution</li><li>Use knowledge of local legislation and regulations for authorisations and permits to produce guidelines and tools for project activities</li><li>Analyse and evaluate Grid Connection Offers and technical information impacting Grid Connection Design</li><li>Coordinate grid connection application, feasibility review, and acceptance</li><li>Evaluate Grid Impact studies in steady-state, dynamic, and transient states of all electrical parameters</li><li>Create dynamic models in wind generators and PV Inverters for simulations to model power flow and frequency response</li><li>Design and implement systems for grid expansion, integration of renewable energy sources, and smart grid technologies</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards</li><li>Analyse data from grid monitoring systems to identify trends and potential issues</li></ul>

Grid Engineer – Solar PV/Wind – Cape Town

Generate is hiring a Commercial Asset Manager, Solar to oversee its growing portfolio of operating assets. This person is an experienced energy asset manager with excellent operational knowledge, with some prior experience in any combination of managing renewable operating assets, supplemented by a strong commercial skillset and a working knowledge of project finance and accounting concepts. You can drive cross-functional teams to successful outcomes with minimal oversight.What you will be doing at Generate Capital as a Commercial Asset Manager, Solar:<ul><li>Thoroughly understand the operations of each facility and identify opportunities for performance improvements, actively keeping abreast of current market trends, technological developments, and strategies employed by other owners to ensure that Generate Capital’s asset management is on the cutting edge</li><li>Lead the identification and implementation of strategies for further optimization, both operational and commercial</li><li>Manage short-term and long-term costs and produce highly accurate forecasting for asset P&amp;Ls</li><li>Working closely with Accounting and FP&amp;A to ensure the accuracy of asset financials, assist in responding to audit requests, and produce monthly variance analysis</li><li>Assist with onboarding new assets to your portfolio, including tranching, documentation, and ensuring that other internal stakeholders receive necessary information and deliverables</li><li>Identify and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and partners relevant to your portfolio, including but not limited to incentive program managers, customers, vendors, and financing counterparties, and manage disputes and other issues as needed</li><li>Become a subject matter expert in all material contracts associated with your portfolio, utilizing and helping improve upon Generate Capital’s framework for contract compliance and risk management</li><li>Track equipment and performance/availability warranties in a structured and scalable As needed and in conjunction with O&amp;M contractors, identify possible warranty claims, compile sup porting documentation, and lead the claim process. Use findings of this process to champion continuous improvement in Generate Capital’s contracting and procurement practices</li><li>As needed, create and run RFPs or otherwise source appropriate vendors to serve the portfolio’s requirements, focusing on building relationships with best in class providers and creating market -leading strategies and structures</li><li>Assist in due diligence and formulation of operating assumptions for possible new additions to Generate Capital’s portfolio</li><li>Develop and implement a long-term plan for maximizing the performance of your portfolio</li><li>Work with the Information Technology team to develop data-driven tools for assessing the performance of your portfolio and monitor emerging risks and opportunities</li><li>Drive organization and optimization of internal Generate processes to contribute to a best-in-class asset management program</li></ul>Candidate qualifications &amp; core characteristics:<ul><li>A demonstrated passion for, or commitment to, our mission</li><li>5+ years of experience in a power generation operations and maintenance or asset management role, with at least two years of that experience focused on community solar or utility scale solar assets</li><li>Demonstrable aptitude for managing asset-level budgets and a working knowledge of basic accounting and financial reporting terminology and concepts</li><li>Working knowledge of common revenue streams and incentive programs for renewable asset classes, such as SRECs, SGIP, various capacity market products, demand reduction. Some prior exposure to utility tariffs and merchant power markets required</li><li>Prior experience in resolving commercial disputes</li><li>Excellent organizational and self-management capability</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross functional team</li><li>Knowledgeable and dependable presence with experience working with management</li><li>Experience in a growth company is preferable</li><li>Unimpeachable integrity and glowing references</li><li>Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including empathy, intuition, and listening as well as strong writing, editing, and basic design skills.</li><li>High level of self-awareness and humility, with excitement about confronting uncomfortable situations or new challenges</li><li>Intellectual agility, curiosity, and creativity; problem-solving is your default mode</li><li>Entrepreneurial spirit: flexibility, comfort with risk, recognition that “perfect can be the enemy of the good”</li></ul>Location and Travel Requirements<ul><li>Position will be based in either our San Francisco, CA, New York City, NY, or Washington DC area office</li><li>Travel required 10% of the time comprising regular site visits to Generate owned facilities and due diligence of new opportunities</li></ul>Generate’s compensation packages are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Salary decisions take into account a wide variety of factors including, but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $140,000-$177,000. In addition, the compensation package may include a discretionary bonus and other benefits, including health care benefits, retirement benefits, benefits permitting paid days off (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid time off or vacation benefits), and other benefits that must be reported for federal tax purposes. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of this range. Generate Capital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Commercial Asset Manager, Solar

Are you known for gusting through deadlines on your wind projects? Are you ready to power through some more? Our client is a fully integrated independent power producer specialising in the development, financing, construction, ownership, and operation of commercial renewable energy generation facilities in Sub-Saharan Africa. They manage nearly 5 GW of projects across South Africa. They were awarded three wind projects in South Africa's REIPPP program and require construction management and supervisory professionals to soar into the new year. They are on the hunt for a Construction Manager/ Supervisor to guide their projects to success. <div> Interested in finding out more about AltGen and want to receive updates on new industry-relevant job roles? Then follow our <a href="https://bit.ly/AltGenLi">LinkedIn page</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://eepurl.com/hENwn5">mailer</a>. </div> RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Act as OHS Act 8.1 appointee for the project team.</li><li>Enforce HSE and Quality policies, plans, and procedures.</li><li>Maintain a zero-tolerance stance on Health and Safety on site.</li><li>Conduct regular site inspections and monitor site activities.</li><li>Ensure compliance with HSE Audits, safety measures, and COVID-19 prevention.</li><li>Manage the team and contractors for compliance with Wind Farm EMPrâs and EA.</li><li>Oversee site discipline per the project construction framework.</li><li>Ensure compliance with WEF quality standards and manage construction risks.</li><li>Manage various contractors, ensuring adherence to project schedules.</li><li>Chair weekly meetings with contractors, and record minutes accurately.</li><li>Supervise site-generated project documentation.</li><li>Support the Document Controller with construction documents.</li><li>Aid Project Manager with progress payments.</li><li>Review Contractor documentation for accuracy in payment applications.</li><li>Interact with the grid operator (Eskom) regarding construction.</li><li>Effectively communicate company values and objectives on site.</li><li>Fulfil construction reporting obligations (weekly &amp; monthly).</li><li>Prepare internal and external reports for the Client.</li><li>Oversee construction quality processes and support Quality personnel.</li><li>Verify designs and construction completion activities.</li><li>Ensure correct implementation of all designs.</li><li>Attend monthly Eskom meetings for coordination and progress updates.</li><li>Review construction schedules and supervise work to meet milestones.</li><li>Ensure adherence to subproject schedules and project milestones.</li><li>Coordinate with various stakeholders involved in the project.</li><li>Liaise with landowners, and local authorities, and facilitate site visits/audits.</li></ul>

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