Site Manager

Blupine Energy Pvt. Ltd.; Bhopalgarh; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Blupine Energy Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a Site Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, and performance of a 162 MWp solar PV plant at the Bhopalgarh site.

The role requires managing solar technicians and contractors to ensure maximum energy generation and high availability in compliance with technical and regulatory standards. The position reports to the DGM O&M and is a full-time, permanent appointment expected to commence in August 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or renewable energy with relevant solar experience.
• Experience in utility-scale solar operations and maintenance is essential.
• Supervisory or managerial background is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a 162 MWp solar PV plant to maximize generation.
• Lead preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance programs.
• Monitor performance via SCADA, conduct PR analysis, and investigate yield losses.
• Oversee vegetation control, cleaning programs, and module upkeep.
• Coordinate inspections using drones, IV testing, and thermal imaging.
• Supervise O&M technicians and third-party contractors; manage budget and procurement.
• Coordinate with grid/substation teams for dispatch and reactive power control.
• Ensure electrical safety compliance and HSE obligations across DC/AC systems.
• Support commissioning, testing, and performance verification during startup.

Skills

O&M management

SCADA monitoring

Performance analysis

Drone inspections

Budget management

Team supervision

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PVsyst

PlantPredict

SCADA platforms

Job description

Department: Solar Energy Operations| Location: Bhopalgarh Site| Reports To: DGM O&M

Position Title Site Manager

Department Solar Energy Operations

Location Bhopalgarh Site

Reports To DGM O&M

Position Type Full-Time, Permanent

Availability August 2026

1.ROLE SUMMARY

The Solar Manager is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and performance management of the 162 MWp solar PV plant at the Bhopalgarh facility. The role ensures maximum energy generation, high plant availability, and compliance with technical and regulatory requirements through effective management of solar technicians and maintenance contractors.

2.KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the daily operation and maintenance of the 162 MWp solar PV plant including PV modules, inverters, combiner boxes, and DC/AC electrical systems
• Develop and execute preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance programs for all solar assets
• Monitor plant performance via SCADA and energy monitoring systems; conduct performance ratio (PR) analysis and yield loss investigations
• Manage vegetation, soiling, and module cleaning programs to maximise energy output
• Lead inspection programs including drone thermal imaging, IV curve tracing, and EL testing
• Supervise solar O&M technicians and coordinate with third-party service contractors
• Manage the solar O&M budget, spare parts inventory, and equipment procurement
• Coordinate with the grid/substation team for plant dispatch, reactive power control, and curtailment management
• Ensure electrical safety compliance for DC/AC solar systems, LOTO procedures, and HSE obligations
• Support commissioning activities, string testing, and performance verification during startup

3.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in solar PV plant operations and maintenance
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity within utility-scale solar
• Hands-on experience with large-scale solar PV plants (>50 MWp preferred)
• Experience with central inverter and string inverter platforms from major OEMs (SMA, ABB, Huawei, Sungrow solarEdge, or equivalent)
• Commissioning experience for utility-scale solar PV projects is an advantage

4.TECHNICAL COMPETENCY CRITERIA

• Strong knowledge of solar PV technology: monocrystalline/bifacial modules, central/string inverters, DC combiner boxes, and AC systems
• Proficiency in SCADA systems, energy monitoring platforms, and solar performance modelling tools (PVsyst, PlantPredict, or equivalent)
• Knowledge of electrical testing equipment: IV tracers, insulation resistance testers, thermal cameras, and multimeters
• Understanding of IEC 61724 (PV performance monitoring) and IEC 62446 (PV system commissioning and testing)
• Competency in analysing generation data, PR curves, and specific yield benchmarks
• Knowledge of DC electrical safety, arc flash hazards, and solar-specific HSE procedures

5.EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Renewable Energy. Relevant technical qualifications with strong solar industry experience will be considered.