Operation & Maintainance Head-Solar

Evolve Energy Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolve Energy Group in Chennai is seeking a senior leader to head the Solar O&M team and oversee operation and maintenance of multiple solar PV sites. You will monitor performance, drive efficiency, and coordinate with clients and vendors to ensure reliable power generation.

The role requires 15+ years in Solar/O&M and a strong background in PV systems, SCADA, and electrical safety. Travel to project sites will be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in Solar/Renewable energy with strong Solar O&M exposure.
• Proven ability to manage multiple project sites and large O&M teams.
• Deep technical knowledge of PV systems, inverters, HT/LT, SCADA, and protection systems.

Responsibilities

• Head and manage the entire Solar O&M team including site engineers and technicians.
• Take overall responsibility for operation and maintenance of solar PV projects and sites.
• Monitor plant performance, generation, availability, PR, and equipment efficiency.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of issues across modules, inverters, and electrical systems.
• Review O&M reports and drive performance improvements and cost control.
• Ensure preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance across all sites.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal teams for smooth operations.
• Establish O&M SOPs, maintenance schedules, and safety standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Solar O&M Leadership

Site Management

Project Coordination

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Travel Willingness

SCADA & Electrical Systems

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or EEE

Tools

SCADA

HT/LT Systems

Transformers

Power Equipment

Job description

• Head and manage the entire Solar O&M team, including site engineers, technicians, supervisors, and support teams.
• Take overall responsibility for the operation and maintenance of solar PV projects and sites.
• Monitor plant performance, generation, availability, PR, and equipment efficiency.
• Ensure timely preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities across all sites.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of issues related to solar modules, inverters, HT/LT systems, transformers, SCADA, protection systems, cables, and other plant equipment.
• Review daily/monthly O&M reports and identify performance gaps and improvement areas.
• Ensure effective manpower planning, deployment, and productivity across project sites.
• Coordinate with clients, project teams, vendors, contractors, and internal departments for smooth O&M operations.
• Take ownership of site-level operational issues, breakdowns, major maintenance activities, and escalations.
• Establish and implement O&M SOPs, preventive maintenance schedules, checklists, and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety, statutory requirements, and company HSE policies.
• Monitor spare parts, tools, consumables, and critical equipment requirements for O&M activities.
• Control O&M costs and ensure efficient utilization of manpower and resources.
• Analyse recurring equipment failures and implement root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support warranty claims and coordinate with OEMs/service providers for equipment-related issues.
• Conduct regular site inspections and performance reviews.
• Prepare and present O&M MIS, plant performance reports, maintenance reports, and management dashboards.
• Drive initiatives to improve plant availability, generation, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and mentor the O&M team and build a strong technical and site-management culture.
• Take overall responsibility for achieving O&M operational targets and KPIs.

Key Responsibilities

• Head and manage the entire Solar O&M team, including site engineers, technicians, supervisors, and support teams.
• Take overall responsibility for the operation and maintenance of solar PV projects and sites.
• Monitor plant performance, generation, availability, PR, and equipment efficiency.
• Ensure timely preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities across all sites.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of issues related to solar modules, inverters, HT/LT systems, transformers, SCADA, protection systems, cables, and other plant equipment.
• Review daily/monthly O&M reports and identify performance gaps and improvement areas.
• Ensure effective manpower planning, deployment, and productivity across project sites.
• Coordinate with clients, project teams, vendors, contractors, and internal departments for smooth O&M operations.
• Take ownership of site-level operational issues, breakdowns, major maintenance activities, and escalations.
• Establish and implement O&M SOPs, preventive maintenance schedules, checklists, and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety, statutory requirements, and company HSE policies.
• Monitor spare parts, tools, consumables, and critical equipment requirements for O&M activities.
• Control O&M costs and ensure efficient utilization of manpower and resources.
• Analyse recurring equipment failures and implement root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support warranty claims and coordinate with OEMs/service providers for equipment-related issues.
• Conduct regular site inspections and performance reviews.
• Prepare and present O&M MIS, plant performance reports, maintenance reports, and management dashboards.
• Drive initiatives to improve plant availability, generation, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and mentor the O&M team and build a strong technical and site-management culture.
• Take overall responsibility for achieving O&M operational targets and KPIs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
• 15+ years of experience in the Solar / Renewable Energy sector, with significant experience in Solar O&M.
• Strong experience in managing multiple solar project sites and large O&M teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of Solar PV systems, inverters, HT/LT systems, transformers, SCADA, protection systems, and electrical equipment.
• Proven experience in handling large-scale solar plant operations and maintenance.
• Strong leadership, team management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities.
• Strong understanding of safety, quality, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites as required.