Operation & Maintenance Technician (Kedah)

Solarvest; Alor Setar; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A solar energy company is looking for an Electrical Supervisor to manage electrical systems in solar PV plants, ensuring compliance with regulations and performing routine maintenance. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience, holds necessary electrical certifications, and is proficient in both Bahasa Malaysia and English. Responsibilities include inspections, troubleshooting, and managing documentation related to solar operations. Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in low-voltage electrical equipment operation.
• Knowledge in wiring for LV installations.
• Comfortable working on weekends and public holidays if necessary.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and reporting abilities.
• ST certificates A0/A1/PW2/PW4 are preferred.
• Electrical Supervisor certificate is an added advantage.
• Proficient in computer literacy.
• Good communication in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• D and GDL driving licenses; willing to be based in Penang.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance of electrical systems with regulations.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on solar PV systems.
• Attend electrical breakdowns and perform fault diagnosis.
• Maintain documentation and records for corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Supervise and monitor work by contractors on the solar PV system.
• Provide inspection, preventive maintenance and warranty reports (inverters, PV modules, data loggers).
• Submit monthly/quarterly/annual operating reports on production, efficiency, availability, maintenance, outages, and settings.
• Liaise with Energy Commission (ST), TNB, and Visiting Electrical Consultants on system issues.
• Submit Plant Performance Reports to the Energy Commission monthly (OAS System).
• Manage spare parts and tools inventory; support project execution during installation.
• Assist the O&M team on other residential, commercial, industrial, and large-scale solar projects as directed by the Engineer.

Skills

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Communication in Bahasa Malaysia

Communication in English

Education

Valid A0/A1/PW2/PW4 certificate from the Energy Commission (ST)

Certification as an Electrical Supervisor (advantage)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for all electrical systems in the solar PV plant to ensure compliance with regulations and enhance system health.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on solar PV systems, including DC and LV components and connections.
• Attend to electrical breakdowns related to solar PV systems, initiating fault diagnosis and corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain proper documentation and records through the provided channels for all corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Supervise and monitor any work related to the solar PV system performed by appointed contractors.
• Provide inspection reports, preventive maintenance reports, and any product warranty claim reports, including for inverters, PV modules, data loggers, etc.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual operating reports detailing information about electricity production, efficiency, availability, maintenance performed, outages, inspection results, manufacturer-recommended services, replacements, control settings, and adjustments of equipment and protective devices.
• Liaise with government authorities such as the Energy Commission (ST), Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), and Visiting Electrical Consultants on all solar PV system-related issues.
• Responsible for submitting the Plant Performance Report to the Energy Commission (OAS System) on a monthly basis.
• Manage, maintain, and sustain the spare parts and tools inventory.
• Support and assist the project execution team during the installation phase of the solar PV system.
• Support and participate in other O&M-related work for Residential, Commercial & Industrial, and Large-Scale Solar projects as directed by the Engineer.

• Possess 1 year of working experience in an environment involving the operation and control of low-voltage electrical equipment.
• Possess sufficient knowledge and skills in wiring for LV installations.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical theory and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Possess sufficient knowledge of the Electricity Supply Act 1990 and its regulations.
• Possess a valid A0/A1/PW2/PW4 certificate from the Energy Commission (ST).
• Certification as an Electrical Supervisor by the Energy Commission (ST) is an added advantage.
• Proficient in computer literacy.
• Customer-oriented, independent, and possess good interpersonal skills.
• Possess a valid D and GDL driving license and be willing to be based in Penang.
• Good communication skills in both Bahasa Malaysia and English (verbally and in writing).
• Physically and mentally strong and fit.
• Comfortable working on weekends and public holidays if required.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.