Wind & Sites Manager

An established renewable energy developer is seeking an experienced Wind & Sites Manager to lead its Wind & Sites function across utility-scale wind, solar PV, and hybrid energy projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering bankable resource assessments, managing measurement campaigns, optimizing project layouts, and providing critical technical input to support project development, technology selection, and commercial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Resource Assessment & Site Optimisation

• Lead wind and solar resource assessments, energy yield analyses, and uncertainty assessments across the project portfolio.
• Design and optimize wind turbine, solar PV, and hybrid project layouts to maximize energy yield while accounting for environmental, technical, and site-specific constraints.
• Develop and implement measurement campaign strategies aligned with project objectives and industry best practices.

Measurement Campaign Management

• Plan, procure, and manage IEC-compliant measurement campaigns, including met masts, LiDAR/RSD systems, and solar irradiance monitoring equipment.
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and decommissioning of measurement equipment.
• Manage contractor performance and ensure strict compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Monitor data quality, integrity, and reporting to ensure highly accurate resource assessments.

Technical Support

• Procure, coordinate, and review independent energy studies and third-party resource assessments.
• Engage with OEMs, consultants, and technical stakeholders regarding turbine suitability, solar technology selection, and project assumptions.
• Support site selection, project development, and layout optimization using GIS/QGIS and related tools.
• Contribute valuable technical input to budgets, CAPEX/OPEX estimates, LCOE assessments, and overall project cost estimates.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience within the South African renewable energy sector, with a strong focus on wind resource assessment and measurement campaigns.
• Demonstrated experience in installing, operating, and maintaining met masts, LiDAR/RSD systems, and meteorological measurement equipment.
• Working knowledge of IEC 61400-50, IEC 61400-12, IEC 61400-1, and associated measurement and data quality standards.
• Proven experience in wind data analysis, wind flow modeling, wake analysis, energy yield forecasting, and uncertainty assessments.
• Proficiency or familiarity with WindPro, WAsP, or CFD software is advantageous.
• Experience with Solar PV and BESS design or commercial analysis using tools such as pvDesign, PVSyst, or Helioscope is advantageous.
• Strong report writing, contractor management, and technical documentation skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent project coordination and stakeholder management abilities.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to data quality.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication and technical reporting skills.

Important Note

Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of renewable energy experience, including proven expertise in wind resource assessment, measurement campaigns, and energy yield analysis. Candidates must also demonstrate experience working with IEC-compliant wind measurement systems and possess a valid driver's licence along with the ability to travel. Applicants who do not meet these essential requirements will not be considered.