Hydropower Technical Supervisor

Neo Energy Materials; Sulawesi Tengah; On-site; IDR 400,000,000 - 700,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Neo Energy Materials is seeking a Senior Project Leader to oversee on-site surveying, geotechnical work, hydrological studies and environmental assessments for a major renewable energy development. You will review reports, manage multi-disciplinary teams, identify risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and communicate findings to senior management.

Willingness to travel to remote sites for extended stays is required, and you will contribute to feasibility studies and design concepts with a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Civil or Electrical Engineering.
• PE certification or equivalent highly desirable.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Technical Lead in renewable energy power plants.
• Demonstrated strong civil and electrical engineering knowledge for power plant infra.
• Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia and English; Mandarin is a plus.
• Independent work capacity in remote, fast-paced environments; proactive risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site supervision of surveying, geotechnical investigations, hydrological studies, and environmental assessments.
• Review and analyze technical reports and data for compliance with project specifications and international standards.
• Identify technical risks early and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all site activities comply with permits and regulations.
• Organize regular site inspections and technical progress meetings.
• Provide expert input for conceptual design and feasibility studies.
• Prepare concise technical summaries for senior management.
• Be willing to travel frequently to remote project sites and stay 2–3 months at a time.

Skills

Civil engineering

Electrical engineering

Project management

Risk management

Technical leadership

Site supervision

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil or Electrical Engineering

PE certification or equivalent

Tools

Hydrological modeling

Project management software

Job description

• Lead the on-site technical supervision of all surveying, geotechnical investigation (drilling, sampling, testing), hydrological studies, and environmental impact assessments.
• Review and critically analyze technical reports, design drafts, and data collected by consultants and contractors, ensuring adherence to project specifications and international engineering standards.
• Identify potential technical risks and engineering challenges early in the process and propose preliminary mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all site activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with permits and regulations.
• Organize and conduct regular site inspections and technical progress meetings.
• Provide expert input from a civil and electrical engineering perspective into the conceptual design and feasibility studies.
• Maintain meticulous technical records, site logs, and detailed progress reports on investigation activities.
• Prepare and present clear, concise technical summaries to senior management regarding the status, findings, and recommendations of the current phase.
• Be willing and able to travel frequently to the remote project site and commit to potential extended site stays of up to 2–3 months at a time, based on project needs.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Technical Lead in the conceptualization, design, and construction/implementation of renewable energy power plants (e.g., Solar, Wind, Geothermal, Biomass, or Hydropower).
• Demonstrated strong technical understanding of both Civil and Electrical Engineering principles relevant to power plant infrastructure (e.g., dam/intake structures, powerhouses, transmission lines, switchyards).
• Direct experience working on the Survey and Investigation Phase of a hydropower project is a significant advantage.
• Prior experience with dam safety, hydrological modeling, or large-scale civil works in challenging terrain is a strong plus.
• Fluency in both Bahasa Indonesia and English is mandatory, both written and verbal, for effective communication with local teams, government bodies, and international management. Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) is a distinct advantage.
• Highly driven, self-motivated, and capable of working independently in a remote and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to risk management.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to manage and guide multi-disciplinary teams.