Operations & Maintenance Technician (Penang)

Solarvest; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Powertrack Sdn Bhd seeks an O&M Technician to manage electrical systems and civil works in our solar PV plant, ensuring regulatory compliance and optimal system health.

You will inspect, maintain, and diagnose LV and DC components, supervise contractor works, and prepare detailed operation reports. The role requires flexibility for emergencies, weekends, and relocation to suitable sites in Penang or nearby areas.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience with low voltage electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of LV installation wiring.
• Strong electrical theory and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with Electricity Supply Act 1990 and regulations.
• Valid Chargeman A0/A1 certificate from Energy Commission (ST).
• Good computer literacy.
• Willing to relocate to Batu Gajah, Kerian or Penang.
• Strong Bahasa Malaysia and English communication skills.
• Physically fit and available for weekend/public holiday work if required.
• Fresh graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all electrical systems and civil works in the solar PV plant to ensure regulatory compliance and 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, diagnose faults and take corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation and records for maintenance activities and warranty claims.
• Supervise contractor works related to solar PV systems and ensure quality control.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual operating reports on production, efficiency, availability, maintenance, outages, and warranty services.
• Coordinate with authorities and vendors on solar PV system issues and warranty/product quality.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and tools and assist project execution during/after installation.
• Provide 24-hour emergency support and adapt to Hari Raya and public holidays when required.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Relocation willingness

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Chargeman A0/A1 certificate

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Job Description

O&M Technician

Designation

O&M Technician

Designation Code

PTSB_BA_Role_001

Company

Powertrack Sdn Bhd

Department

Operation & Maintenance

Country

Malaysia

Industry

Renewables & Environment

Position Description

• Responsible for all electrical systems and civil works in the solar PV plant to ensure compliance to regulations and enhance system health.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on solar PV systems, not limited to DC and LV components and connections.
• Attend to electrical breakdowns related to solar PV systems, initiate fault diagnosis and corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain proper documentation and related records through the channels provided for all corrective and preventative maintenance.
• Supervise and monitor any related works to solar PV system performed by appointed Contractor.
• Report writing for any product warranty claim including inverter, PV module, data logger etc.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and annually operating reports on information about electricity production, efficiency, availability, maintenance performed, outages, results of inspections, manufacturer recommended services, replacements, control settings, or adjustments of equipment and protective devices.
• Liaise with government authorities such Energy Commission (ST), Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Visiting Electrical Consultant etc. on all solar PV system related issues.
• Liaise with vendors and contractors for any issues related to warranty and product quality issue.
• Manage, maintain and sustain inventory of spare parts and tools provided.
• Support and involve with project execution team during and after construction and installation phase of the solar PV system.
• Support and involve with other O&M related works at Residential, Commercial & Industrial, and Large Scale Solar as per instructed by Engineer.
• Full support during emergency (24 hours).
• Full support during Hari Raya and public holiday.
• Working hours and working days are subject to arrangement by owner of the Solar Plant.

Required Skills

• Possess 1 year of working experience in an environment involving operation and controlling low voltage electrical equipment.
• Possess sufficient knowledge and skills in wiring for LV installation.
• Extensive knowledge on 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 valid Chargeman A0/A1 certificate from Energy Commission (ST) or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• Good in computer literate.
• Customer oriented, independent, and good interpersonal skills.
• Possess valid driving license D and able to base in Sitiawan, Perak.
• Willing to relocate to Batu Gajah, Kerian or Penang.
• Good communication in both Bahasa Malaysia and English (verbally as well as written).
• Physically and mentally strong and fit.
• Able to work on weekends and public holidays if required.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.