Head of O&M Readiness and Global Asset Management

Join us as we work to unlock the value of offshore wind! JERA Nex bp is a new joint venture between JERA, Japan’s largest power generation company, and bp, one of the world’s leading energy companies. Established to unlock the potential of offshore wind across the globe, our talented team, exciting pipeline and solid capital commitment give us the potential to become one of the world’s most successful offshore wind companies. 

We entered the market with a portfolio of operational and development assets, alongside the resources, capabilities and resilience to deliver offshore wind energy at scale. 

Hiring Manager for this role: Kristof Verlinden - COO

Why this role matters 

The Head of the O&M Readiness and Global Asset Management is a member of the L2 Leadership and reports directly to the COO of JERA Nex bp, It can be expected this function to also hold certain positions in project governance such as steerco or boards in name of the company. The mandate is further described per the company DoA and its own governance.

Flanking, and in in coordination with, the partner role of O&M Operations you`ll hold the responsibility of the strategical decisions on how O&M is to function in support of the company`s ambitions in the field of offshore wind. You’ll ensure the processes are created and maintained in alignment with the other business partners in the company. You’ll ensure an organization is designed to deliver the expected services while maintaining a cost control attitude.

O&M Readiness will be a partner for every project from earliest engagement in Bus-Dev or M&A, over the project development, Design and installation. But also, during the operational phase support will be foreseen in strategical advice all the way through to lifetime extension, repowering or decommissioning. With Responsibility for the OPEX and O&M Strategy and the development in the project phase of the required O&M Set-ups and contracts the Readiness SPOC embedded in a project will assure the needed O&M Resources are made available also to support such works as well as to act as an internal validator. Further will the readiness organization set up all as for the correct intended functioning during the operational phase. The scope of O&M readiness activities is to be aligned further in the project organization as to assure the best allocation of services is provided but always in line with the handover process towards project execution.

Acting as “owner” representative the Global Asset Management function will assure that the values and business are monitored and protected for project in operation. This Equally for project where the company holds operational responsibilities as for the projects where such is partially or fully foreseen by the partners. By validating a number of KPI`s and assuring targeted reporting, visibility is created on the status of the operational assets to all internal and external stakeholders in close coordination with the finance responsibilities as well as further stakeholder management. 

There is a natural collaboration between both functionalities where strategical guidance is to support the projects portfolio management as well as where the project portfolio management will drive the strategical guidance. This balance should not only focus on the economic outcome but shall also guide the other values the company sees as crucial for its projects as there are HSSE, Risk Management, compliance and others.

As part of their role, all Heads of Departments contribute to defining the organization`s vision and long-term strategy based on a deep understanding of political, social, business, market and finance trends. They use their insights to lead and influence change at a strategic level across the organization. Guided by the company values, they are an inspirational role model for the entire organization.

In this role you will: 

The Head of O&M Readiness and GAM takes on the following responsibilities:

· Provides for safe and healthy work conditions to prevent injuries, avoid security breaches, damage and/or pollution to the environment, as a minimum conform the HSSE legislation.

· Manages and coaches the teams in charge of O&M Readiness and O&M GAM and develop them to deliver the required capacity in line with the BMS and O&M ops model.

· Prepares the O&M organization to cope with future growth in line with the company`s strategy.

· Ensures the correct pool of O&M resources to handle current commitments and future opportunities with a tight budget conscious attitude.

· Prepare the Company`s own SLA commitments giving recognition to the stakeholder’s arrangements.

· Deliver strategical guidance towards the best possible operations of the windfarms in the operational portfolio.

· Assures correct O&M representation in the stages of early investment evaluations, project developments, and project construction in support of the CIO organization.

· Assures the coordinated O&M representation in projects in (pre-) development and execution in support of the CPO organization.

· Ready to take up stakeholder governance positions per DoA mandate and represent the company in alignment with the company`s collected guidance.

· Drives the Operational reporting of the SPV`s for internal and external reporting needs. This includes formalized monthly operational reporting, Quarterly reporting to committees and boards and assure input for all further stakeholder reporting requirements.

· Safeguards the knowledge build-up for the company and the continuous development and retention of high-performing and high potential individuals.

· Supports a number of R&I initiatives with resources and strategy guidance to incorporate critical knowledge in the company to stay in the forefront of offshore wind O&M best practices.

· Takes where relevant, position in a number of key industry groups to maintain the company`s interests and to assure we remain at the forefront of the latest business developments.

· Is involved in and drives ad hoc corporate projects and analyses (e.g. Business Management System, O&M Ops model, Business System Analysis and Developments,….)

· Manages the team in supporting internal and external audits.

· Strategically identifies and develops new business opportunities through new or existing partnerships and creates additional value for the projects in the portfolio.

· Reports directly to the COO and ad-hoc the wider leadership team.

To be successful in the role you will bring: 

• Committed to the highest standards of HSSE, governance and regulatory compliance.

• Extensive leadership experience in offshore wind, renewable energy, power generation, or another asset-intensive industry.

• Proven experience across the full asset lifecycle, from development and construction through operations, asset management and decommissioning.

• Strong expertise in Operations & Maintenance (O&M), Asset Management and operational performance optimization.

• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing O&M strategies, operating models and organizations that support growth, operational excellence and long-term asset performance.

• Hands-on experience setting up and leading maintenance organizations for Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) operations, including O&M readiness, workforce planning and performance management.

• Strong track record in maximizing asset value through reliability, maintenance optimization and data-driven decision-making.

• Experience leading and developing high-performing multidisciplinary teams in a complex international environment.

• Strategic and commercial mindset, balancing operational performance, risk management, cost control and long-term value creation.

• Experience engaging with Boards, Steering Committees (SteerCos), shareholders, joint ventures and other senior stakeholders in an international environment.

• Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.

• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.

Additional governance & integrity requirements

Given the senior leadership nature of this position and the potential representation of the Company on boards, steering committees, joint ventures and other governance bodies, the successful candidate must be capable of performing the role in accordance with contractual provisions, applicable laws, corporate governance requirements, the Company's Delegation of Authority and other applicable Company policies.

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Be eligible and legally capable, where required by applicable law, of undertaking governance, representation and delegated decision-making responsibilities on behalf of the Company;

• Disclose any external mandates, directorships, business interests, advisory roles or other activities that may give rise to an actual, potential or perceived conflict of interest in relation to the responsibilities of the role;

• Comply with the Company's governance, ethics, compliance and conflict of interest requirements as amended from time to time;

• Promptly disclose any circumstance of which they become aware that may materially affect their ability to perform the governance, fiduciary, compliance or Company representation responsibilities associated with the role; and

• Undertake any Company representation responsibilities in a manner which does not undermine the reputation of the Company.

Pre-employment verification

Any offer of employment for this position may be made conditional upon the completion of pre-employment verification measures that are relevant, lawful and proportionate to the nature, seniority and responsibilities of the role.

Subject to applicable law, such verification may include identity verification, right-to-work verification, employment and qualification verification, professional reference checks, sanctions screening, conflict of interest assessments and other appropriate background verification measures.

Where required by applicable law, appropriate notice, information, and/or authorisations will be obtained before such checks are undertaken.

Information obtained through any such verification process will be processed on the basis of applicable data protection law, including where relevant to pursue the legitimate interests of the Company, for legitimate recruitment, governance, compliance, security, regulatory and risk management purposes, and in accordance with applicable, employment and privacy legislation.

What you can expect from us: 

Working at JERA Nex bp means being part of a global leader in offshore wind, where innovation, collaboration, and sustainability drive everything we do. You’ll enjoy: 

• A collaborative and inclusive work culture, with space for team-building and social activities 

• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home, with regular in-person connection 

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development in a fast-growing international company. 

As we build our company, we are driven by:  

Care for each other and our world – we leave egos at the door, are inclusive, collaborative and open to new ideas 

A spirit of ingenuity - we are pioneers and innovators making the impossible possible 

A commitment to unlocking value from offshore wind – we aim to make offshore wind sustainable, affordable and accessible to the countries & communities we serve. 

About JERA Nex bp 

JERA Nex bp is a purpose-built offshore wind company committed to unlocking the power of offshore wind by developing high-quality, competitive projects. 

A 50:50 joint venture between JERA Co. and bp, JERA Nex bp is an end-to-end developer, owner and operator with more than fifteen years of experience in operating offshore wind projects.  

Headquartered in London, with offices across Europe, Asia, and Australia, JERA Nex bp has a portfolio of operational and development projects across nine countries, and draws on a rich heritage of pioneering offshore wind in Asia Pacific and the North Sea.