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The new E.ON is one of the strongest operators of European energy networks and energy-related infrastructure, as well as a provider of advanced customer solutions for more than 50 million customers. With a total of over 75,000 employees we are represented in 15 countries. This makes us ideally positioned to help drive Europe's energy transition.
By focusing on two sustainable growth areas and with the acquisition of innogy, E.ON fully commits itself to the fundamental transformation of the energy world. As one of Europe’s largest energy service providers we will actively drive the energy transition in Hungary and Europe.
Combining the expertise of both companies will also make E.ON a pioneer in developing new and innovative energy solutions and attract the brightest minds in the energy sector.

We need everyone's positive energy and innovative thinking to lead the energy transition to net zero. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and have a range of flexible working options to suit everyone!

Asset & Operational Performance Manager

Here's what you'll be doing Location: Nottingham or Coventry
Permanent
Competitive Salary
Company car/car allowance & great company benefits

At E.ON Energy Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) UK, we’re redefining the way energy is produced and consumed, delivering innovative solutions that play a crucial role in the UK’s journey to net zero. As a leader in energy infrastructure, our projects are transforming heat networks and sustainable energy sources, impacting communities and businesses across the UK. Join us and drive forward a future where low-carbon energy is accessible, reliable, and efficient

Your Role:

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for optimising large-scale energy systems as well as businesses? As the Asset & Operational Performance Manager, you’ll lead a team of 17 skilled professionals dedicated to enhancing the efficiency, performance, and sustainability of our energy portfolio. This role is pivotal in embedding a performance-centred culture, implementing strategic improvements, and maximising asset value across EIS, driving us closer to a sustainable future.

Why This Role?

Influence the Future of Energy: Oversee asset performance strategies that support E.ON’s vision for decarbonisation, making an impact on both operational excellence and sustainable outcomes.
Drive Performance Culture: Foster a culture of high-performance across sites, identifying opportunities that deliver tangible improvements in efficiency, cost, and environmental footprint.
Shape Key Strategies: Lead the implementation of shared services and a centralised service strategy, turning EIS’s scale into an advantage to deliver economy of scale. Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the portfolio optimisation of generating assets to maximise revenue while minimising controllable costs, using data-driven insights to identify, plan, and deliver performance improvement projects.
Develop a centralised strategy for services such as training, apprenticeship support, fleet management, and shared services across EIS, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
Consolidate performance metrics and conduct detailed portfolio analysis to identify gaps, diagnose causes, and implement effective improvement projects.
Develop and establish prioritisation structures that ensure resources are deployed effectively to meet EIS’s strategic goals.
Own high-value contracts, from initial formation through implementation, to optimise operational resources and ensure effective asset management.
Drive and track key performance indicators to maintain ‘world-class’ operational standards, supporting the E.ON Asset Management Strategy. Profile:

What we need from you
Commitment to developing and leading teams that strive for operational excellence, achieving performance targets aligned with EIS’s long-term goals.
Extensive operational experience in (or working alongside) heat- & power generation.
Proven background in managing complex contracts, overseeing budgets, and implementing cost-saving measures.
Ability to conduct detailed portfolio analysis to measure improvements and design comprehensive project scopes.
Experience in developing long-term asset management and improvement strategies.
Excellent communication skills and confident with engaging with diverse stakeholders, fostering collaboration, and inspiring a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. It Would Be Great if You Had:

A degree in Engineering, ideally with a focus on energy infrastructure.
NEBOSH Certification to ensure a strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental practices.
A  Project Management Certification, highlighting your expertise in overseeing complex projects.
Experience with Lean or Agile methodologies to drive operational efficiency and embed best practices across teams Here’s what you need to know Our market-leading benefits package includes 26 days holiday + bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus and the chance to choose from 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. In fact, our benefits package recently won the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022! 

As the only energy company to feature in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (our 2022/23 ranking is 15th) we’ve proven that we’re committed to equal opportunities and actively promote a diverse and inclusive working environment, and fairness for everyone. 

We realise the best people bring their energy at different times, so we’re happy to talk flexible working and offer a range of flexible working options, including full time, part time and job share. 

As a Disability Confident Employer we interview every disabled applicant who meet the minimum criteria for the role. 

We’ve exciting opportunities for everyone to develop their talent at E.ON. Our open access, inclusive talent networks provide networking, learning and development for all, building your skills, qualifications, and capabilities throughout your career