A leading independent power producer in Africa is seeking a Business Intelligence Analyst, on a Permanent basis in Cape Town (Claremont.)

• Applicants should be South African Citizens, or have the right to work in South Africa
• Applicants should already be living in Cape Town, or willing to relocate to Cape Town from within other cities in SA
• Applicants should be comfortable with an in-office environment (up to 5 days per week)

The Business Intelligence Analyst will play a key role in developing, implementing, and optimizing the Asset Management System (AMS.)

The Analyst will work closely with business units to improve systems, processes, and data management in maintenance, materials management, and ERP systems. This role will ensure alignment with the organization's strategic goals and the successful adoption of asset management systems and business processes.

Additionally, the BI Analyst will identify inefficiencies within business operations, leveraging relevant software and services to create insightful reports, dashboards, and visualizations that enhance decision-making and business performance.

This role supports remote sites across South Africa and will occasionally require travel to these sites, as well as occasional international travel to other African power plants.

Key Responsibilities:

O&M Support:

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the ERP system, ensuring alignment with ISO 55000 standards for the renewable energy plant portfolio.
• Act as the O&M and Supply Chain Power User, collaborating with the ERP Service Centre to manage site-specific ERP cases.
• Provide ad hoc training for site teams on O&M and Supply Chain processes within the ERP system.
• Support stock-taking processes across all sites, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Manage and maintain ERP master data, including inventory, supplier information, MRP, equipment trees, and maintenance plans.

Business Process and Performance Analysis:

• Develop, implement, and embed key business processes and procedures, including change management, maintenance planning, work order management, materials management, and risk management.
• Coordinate and analyse the monthly Asset Management Scorecard for all operational sites.
• Develop and implement advanced reporting to facilitate data-driven decision-making, synthesizing financial, technical, maintenance, and performance data.
• Participate in site audits to ensure compliance with O&M and Supply Chain standards and processes.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify current and future data needs, converting these into technical specifications for data analysis.

Minimum Requirements:

• BTECH or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or similar is required.
• 5+ years' working experience in developing and implementing business systems and processes, especially those related to management of change, risk management and asset management.
• Working knowledge or experience with implementing or the use of ERP systems to support business processes.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Project and PowerBI.
• Code 8 driver's license or similar