Assistant O&M Engineer

Solarvest; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Solar PV O&M Technician. This role involves assisting in the maintenance of commercial and residential solar PV systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and monitoring system performance. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a diploma in Electrical Engineering. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year as a Solar PV O&M Technician or low voltage equipment operator.
• Knowledge of the Electricity Supply Act 1990 and Electricity Regulations 1994.
• Proficient in Bahasa Malaysia and English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing maintenance for solar PV systems, ensuring compliance.
• Monitor system performance and prepare inspection reports.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment regulations.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Certified Electrical Supervisor by Energy Commission

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Assist engineers in managing scheduling and arrangements for corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance of C&I and residential solar PV systems. Ensure efficient site visits, initiate fault diagnosis, and implement corrective actions in accordance with the Service Level Agreement.
2. Handle the application process for Permits to Work (PTW) and other site access requirements to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
3. Supervise and review maintenance activities performed by technicians and contractors, ensuring adherence to approved standards, procedures, and specifications.
4. Monitor system performance by analyzing system generation data and providing summaries of findings to assess overall system performance.
5. Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations and best practices, including conducting risk assessments and preparing Method of Statement documents for specific maintenance tasks.
6. Communicate effectively with supervisors, technicians, Solarvees, contractors, suppliers, and clients throughout the Defects Liability Period (DLP) and service warranty phases.
7. Establish effective communication channels and maintain proper documentation and records as required.
8. Oversee the processing of quotations, invoices, purchase orders (PO), work orders (WO), delivery orders (DO), and payment statuses for registered vendors.
9. Assist engineers in report preparation, including Inspection Reports, Preventive Maintenance Reports, Corrective Maintenance Reports, and warranty claim reports for equipment such as inverters, PV modules, and data loggers.
10. Manage and maintain assigned company vehicles (if applicable) and oversee the inventory of spare parts, tools, and other assets.
11. Assist Engineers in conducting monthly checks on tools, personal protective equipment (PPE), machinery, and vehicle inventory to ensure sufficiency and compliance.
12. Assist Engineers with specific tasks as requested to support overall project and maintenance objectives.

Minimum Requirements

1. Possess at least 1 year of working experience as a Solar PV O&M Technician or in an environment involving operation and control of low voltage electrical equipment.
2. Extensive knowledge of electrical and solar PV systems, including troubleshooting skills.
3. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
4. Sufficient knowledge of the Electricity Supply Act 1990 and Electricity Regulations 1994.
5. Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
6. Certified Electrical Supervisor by Energy Commission (ST) is an advantage.
7. Good leadership and planning skills.
8. Customer-oriented, independent, and possessing good interpersonal skills.
9. Valid driving licenses D and GDL, and willingness to base in Petaling Jaya.
10. Proficient in both Bahasa Malaysia and English, verbally and in writing.
11. Physically and mentally fit.
12. Willing to work on weekends and public holidays if required.
13. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to support engineers on challenging tasks.
14. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.