Head, Solar Operations

Head, Solar Operations; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Head of Solar Operations in Damansara, Selangor. This role requires strong leadership and strategic planning skills to oversee solar projects in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. The successful candidate will manage financial analyses, engage with stakeholders, and position the company as a leader in the renewable sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in renewable energy and project management looking to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading renewable energy projects.
• Strong background in business feasibility and profitability analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct solar projects across regions.
• Develop strategic planning for solar energy.
• Review financial analysis for project profitability.
• Manage collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Renewable energy knowledge

Financial analysis

Education

Degree in Engineering or relevant field

Job description

Head, Solar Operations – Damansara, Selangor

We value our people and encourage everyone to grow professionally. If you think this opportunity is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Job Description:

• Lead and direct SD Guthrie Renewable Energy (SDGRE) solar projects for internal asset in Malaysia, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.
• Develop the strategic planning for SDGRE solar projects.
• Establish the execution plan and review the profit & loss (P&L) of the SDGRE solar projects
• Advise on technical and business feasibility for further evaluation by the SD Guthrie Berhad (SDGB) Management.
• Interact with Management and professionals across SDGB to obtain inputs and buy in for SDGRE solar projects.
• To position SDGRE as a leading player of renewable energy sector in the palm oil industry that tackles challenges facing the business in order to always stay relevant and have a competitive advantage in business practice.
• Form part of subject‑matter expert pertaining to renewables energy management within SD Guthrie Berhad.
• What is the critical / main objective of the job?
• Describe relevance of the job to Org/ Div/ Dept/ Unit/ Section
• Identify and assess new solar projects implementation in SDG
• Monitor the implementation, operation and performance of Solar Project including energy storage with business partners.
• Identify and evaluate the feasibility different model of solar projects that can contribute to the income of SDGRE and benefit SDG.
• Develop strategic planning and business development plan with Innovation & New Ventures, Group Strategy and Innovation Team for both solar projects.
• Facilitates and manage internal stakeholders (EMS, Region) on the collaboration of solar and biomass projects.
• Review financial analysis on each business opportunity to understand the profitability of the projects.
• Identify and explore potentials of existing and future trends, opportunities and its risks within renewables energy industry.
• Review and facilitate testing evaluation for solar project
• People communication and management – liaise and consult with SDG, SDGRE Management and relevant business units for inputs and buy-in.
• Execute any other tasks deemed appropriate and relevant to the business activities.
• Describe the job’ s key responsibilities, functions and activities in a concise matter
• List amount of time spent on each responsibilities, functions and activities, where possible

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.