Chargeman 33kV (Solar O&M)

SOLARVEST; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLARVEST is seeking an experienced electrical operations professional to safely operate, inspect and maintain 33kV PV plant electrical systems. The role covers 11kV/33kV switching, MV safety, RMU and transformer protection, with after-hours breakdown response.

You will read SLDs, coordinate with engineers and subcontractors, and ensure strict safety and regulatory compliance across sites. Willingness to travel is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Chargeman B0 or B1 33kV certificate.
• Experience in ops/maintenance of 11kV/33kV systems.
• Experience in MV switching and electrical safety procedures.
• Able to read SLDs and electrical drawings.
• Experience in solar farms, substations or power plants is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform 11kV/33kV switching, isolation, earthing and LOTO activities.
• Conduct routine inspection and maintenance of 33kV substations, RMU, switchgear, transformers and related equipment.
• Maintain plant inspection records and logbooks.
• Lead emergency response for solar farm electrical breakdowns, including out-of-hours attendance.
• Support troubleshooting, fault investigation and system restoration.
• Coordinate with engineers, testers, subcontractors, clients, and authorities during works.
• Supervise electrical works and ensure safe working practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company safety procedures.
• Support the IF team in 33kV maintenance, testing and improvement activities.

Skills

MV switching

Electrical safety

Emergency response leadership

Reading SLDs/diagrams

Team coordination

Education

Chargeman B0 or B1 33kV competency certificate

Tools

RMU operations

Switchgear operations

Transformers protection

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for safe operation, maintenance and switching of 33kV electrical systems across solar PV plants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform 11kV/33kV switching, isolation, earthing and LOTO activities.
• Conduct routine inspection and maintenance of 33kV substations, RMU, switchgear, transformers and related equipment.
• Maintain plant inspection records and logbooks.
• Lead emergency response for solar farm electrical breakdowns, including site attendance outside normal working hours when required.
• Support and involve in troubleshooting, fault investigation and system restoration activities.
• Coordinate with engineers, testers, Competent Engineers, subcontractors, clients, and authorities during maintenance and breakdown works.
• Supervise electrical works and ensure safe working practices.
• Ensure compliance with Suruhanjaya Tenaga requirements, Electricity Supply Act & Regulations, Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) requirements, and company safety procedures.
• Support the IF team in 33kV maintenance, testing and improvement activities.

• Valid Chargeman B0 or B1 33kV competency certificate.
• Experience in operations and maintenance of 11kV/33kV electrical systems.
• Experience in MV switching and electrical safety procedures.
• Familiar with RMU, switchgear, transformers operations and protection systems.
• Able to read Single Line Diagrams (SLD) and electrical drawings.
• Experience in solar farms, substations or power plants is an advantage.
• Possess a valid driving license.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams, clients, contractors, and authorities.
• Able to lead and coordinate the team during emergency breakdowns and 33kV operations.
• Demonstrates good leadership, ownership and decision-making skills.
• Willing to travel and attend solar farm breakdowns outside normal working hours when required.
• Strong interest in long-term career development in solar farm and 33kV operations.