Paul Johnson
Sr Solar Asset Manager @Amazon
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WORK HISTORY
Sr Solar Asset Manager @Amazon
Nantwich, GB
I serve as a critical bridge between site operations and strategic renewable energy management, ensuring the safe and optimized performance of Amazon\'s global renewable energy portfolio.As the Senior UK & Ireland Asset Manager, I lead the technical and operational supervision of Amazon\'s extensive solar systems across the United Kingdom and Ireland (90 assets). This leadership requires me to leverage deep technical expertise and strategic oversight to maximize the value and efficiency of renewable assets while maintaining absolute operational excellence.Beyond my regional mandate, I actively support the broader network managed by the Global Renewables Asset Management team, collaborating on international locations including the United States, India, Japan, and Australia (413 assets).My commitment to this senior role is founded on core Amazon Leadership Principles: I maintain a strong Ownership mentality, execute with proactive and decisive Bias for Action, adhere to the unyielding Highest Standards in safety and performance, and demonstrate a relentless focus on Deliver Results in a high-impact, global energy environment.
EDUCATION
Woodford Lodge High School
GCSE, A-Cs in all subjects
South Cheshire College
NVQ Level 3, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
ABOUT PAUL JOHNSON
A dedicated Solar Asset Manager and Engineering Leader with over 16 years of experience driving operational efficiency and strategic sustainability initiatives within high-volume, automated environments (Automotive and E-commerce/Logistics). With specialist knowledge in renewable energy strategy and asset life-cycle management, I am focused on scaling energy portfolios and optimizing performance across complex EU and global networks.Strategic Impact in Renewable Energy:Global Asset Management & Data Systems: Led the design and delivery of a new, centralized Global Solar Database—a business-critical tool for real-time performance and Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) management. I successfully scaled the managed portfolio from 83 projects (93.752 MWdc) to 413 projects (559.89 MWdc) globally. EU Sustainability Leadership: Appointed as the RME EU Sustainability Champion for the EU21 pillar, leading innovation in energy-saving initiatives and supporting the rollout of successful strategies across the Amazon EU network. Quantified Savings: Drove estimated site-level energy savings of per annum and secured approval for a £700k investment in HVAC improvements with a 6-month ROI.Operational Optimization: Established new operational standards for solar asset management, resolved critical operational blockers (like revising the \'No-Go List\' with WHS), and enabled Field RME teams to safely perform solar maintenance, resulting in significant cost avoidance and faster system restoration.Core Engineering & Leadership Skills:My background includes robust experience in Site Reliability and Maintenance Engineering (RME), where I excelled in:Reducing reactive labour utilisation by 15% by taking control of preventative maintenance strategy. Leading large teams (up to 22 direct and indirect reports, plus 15 apprentices) and driving diversity and inclusion initiatives, including the execution of Amazon\'s first-ever vision-impaired workstation. Project Management, including the development of an 11-step plan covering FATs, IATs, and documentation for new equipment integration. Qualifications:Solar Consultant Expert (Renewable Energy Institute)| NEBOSH | IOSH Managing Safety | Proficient in SAP & Asset Management.
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