Asset Manager ecars, Customer Solutions

Position Description

Electrification of transport is a key pillar of ESB’s Net Zero Strategy – reducing the carbon impact from transport and improving air-quality while growing our business.  ecars operates the largest public Electric Vehicle (EV) charging network on the island of Ireland and is also expanding its network and operations in Great Britian.  ecars has over 1000 chargers currently in operation with an ambitious investment program to support the continued growth of its networks.

Reporting to the ecars Infrastructure Manager, The Asset Manager leads a team of engineering & technical specialists and has responsibility for the management and maintenance of all equipment in ecars EV charging Networks. The Asset Manager will work with ecars Operations Team to optimise the availability of the charging networks and ensure a high-quality customer experience.  The Asset Manager will also work with Infrastructure Delivery Team to support the delivery of new charging infrastructure.  The Asset Manger will be responsible for managing key contracts for the supply and or maintenance of equipment and for the development an implementation of maintenance programs.  Further responsibilities include monitoring and evaluation of technology developments to ensure that ecars’ EV Charging Networks remain at the leading edge of the industry and continues to provide a high-quality customer experience.  The Asset manager will also support the development of annual budgets and business plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that high safety standards are applied and complied with in respect to equipment, staff, contractor, and public safety.
• Leading a team with diverse skills and supporting the development of team members.
• Contractor performance (including OEMs and Maintenance Service Providers). Develop tender documentation specifications, carry out tender evaluations and procurement strategies as required and support / lead contract negotiations.
• Asset Management, maintenance, and availability.  Ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations with respect to network performance and availability.
• Working closely with ecars’ Business Development Team, and Infrastructure Delivery Team to support the expansion of ecars’ EV Network
• Telecommunications: Work with the communications providers to ensure reliable communications with the charging infrastructure.
• Technical Knowledge & Development: Perform market research and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in charging equipment technologies, emerging trends, and industry best practices.
• Conduct technical assessments and due diligence on potential suppliers to ensure their capabilities, quality standards, and compliance with relevant regulations.  Conduct tests and trials of charging equipment to assess their performance, reliability, and compatibility with the business requirements.

Experience and Qualifications

• Proven commercial and technical experience.
• Strong awareness of relevant safety obligations and promotion of safety culture.
• Degree level or higher qualification in engineering or relevant technical field.
• Full Clean Driver’s Licence
• Proven experience (7+ years) in relevant roles.
• Desirable to have experience working with Electric Vehicles and Electric Vehicles charging infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership, team building and people development.
• Contract negotiation and management.
• Supplier management, preferably in a multiple-site environment.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills.

Location

The role will be based in ESB’s Offices in Swift Square but given the geographic distribution of ecars’ VE charging network, travel in Ireland and the UK will be a feature of this role. Occasional wider travel will also be required such as visit with suppliers.

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual. 

Reporting to

The Asset Manager ecars, Customer Solutions will report to the Infrastructure Manager ecars, Customer Solutions.