Assistant O&M Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in solar energy seeks a Solar PV O&M Technician in Petaling Jaya. The role involves overseeing maintenance activities and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders. Candidates should have relevant experience and a diploma in Electrical Engineering.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as Solar PV O&M Technician or similar.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical and solar PV systems.
• Certificate as Electrical Supervisor is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing maintenance of solar PV systems.
• Handle application for permits to ensure compliance.
• Supervise technicians and monitor system performance.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

• 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
• Handle the application process for Permits to Work (PTW) and other site access requirements to ensure compliance with relevant regulations
• Supervise and review maintenance activities performed by technicians and contractors, ensuring adherence to approved standards, procedures, and specifications
• Monitor system performance by conducting analyses of system generation and providing summaries of findings to assess overall system performance
• 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
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, technicians, Solarvees, contractors, suppliers, and clients throughout the Defects Liability Period (DLP) and service warranty phases
• Establish effective communication channels and maintain proper documentation and related records as required
• Oversee the processing of quotations, invoices, purchase orders (PO), work orders (WO), delivery orders (DO), and payment statuses for registered vendors
• 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
• Manage and maintain assigned company vehicles (if applicable) and oversee the inventory of spare parts, tools, and other essential assets
• Assist Engineer on conduct monthly checks on tools, personal protective equipment (PPE), machinery, and van inventory to ensure sufficiency and compliance
• Assist Engineers with specific tasks as requested to support overall project and maintenance objectives
  
  

Requirements

• Possess 1 years of working experience as Solar PV O&M Technician, or in an environment involving operation and controlling low voltage electrical equipment
• Extensive knowledge on electrical & solar PV theoretical understanding and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and reporting skills
• Possess sufficient knowledge of the Electricity Supply Act 1990 and Electricity Regulations 1994
• Possess Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Certified Electrical Supervisor by Energy Commission (ST) is an added advantage
• Good in leadership and planning skills
• Customer oriented, independent, and good interpersonal skills
• Possess valid driving license D and GDL, and able to base in Petaling Jaya
• Good communication in both Bahasa Malaysia and English (verbally and written)
• Physically and mentally strong and fit
• Able to work and respond on weekends and public holidays if required
• Able to work in a team and independently to support Engineers on difficult tasks
• Fresh graduates are encourage to apply