# Junior Asset Optimization Manager

**Company**: Vattenfall
**Location**: Hamburg, HH
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Operations
**Industry**: Energy

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## Description

Vattenfall is seeking a Junior Asset Optimization Manager to join their Dispatch Continental department in Hamburg. As a Junior Asset Optimization Manager, you will be part of a dynamic 24/7 shift team responsible for optimizing the dispatch of renewable assets, including wind, solar, and pump storage assets, batteries, and conventional assets for district heating.

Responsibilities:

- Operate in a 24/7 shift setup to support intraday optimization of the asset portfolio.

- Maximize portfolio value through real-time decision-making based on market prices and asset availability.

- Ensure reliable delivery of ancillary services and participate in intraday auctions.

- Collaborate on the development of automation tools, algorithms, and IT systems in an agile environment.

- Monitor data flows and quality, and contribute to continuous process improvement.

- Coordinate with power plant teams on operational status and maintenance planning.

- Decide on how to run assets.

Qualifications:

- University degree in engineering, economics, natural sciences, meteorology, or a comparable qualification.

- Interest in energy markets and/or experience in power plant operations is beneficial.

- Strong analytical mindset and structured approach to problem-solving.

- Basic experience with Python and a curiosity for data-driven decision-making.

- Willingness to work in a rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

- Proficiency in English and German; Dutch is a bonus.

Benefits:

- Opportunities for growth through training, job rotations, talent programs, and a working environment that stimulates learning.

- Modern and flexible working conditions, including mobile work.

- 37.5-hour workweek with the possibility of part-time work.

- Up to 49% of working time can be mobile work.

- 30 days of vacation per year.

- Health programs and support throughout challenging life situations.

## Skills

### Required
- Python
- data analysis
- problem-solving
- communication
- German

### Nice to have
- Dutch
- energy markets
- power plant operations

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