Senior Engineer, Solar O&M (1 year contract) (Based in Toa Payoh)

SEMBCORP SOLAR SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SEMBCORP SOLAR SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.

is seeking a proactive Solar Operation and Maintenance Senior Engineer to lead daily planning of O&M activities and manage work orders for solar systems in Singapore. You will coordinate with town councils, customers and internal teams, ensure safety compliance, maintain tracking for site clearances and closures, and prepare monthly progress reports while contributing to Kaizen and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Diploma/NITEC or higher in electrical engineering or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in solar, electrical maintenance, facilities maintenance, work planning, or service coordination.
• Training in maintenance planning, work order management, facilities management, or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Training in Lean, Kaizen, or process improvement would be preferred.
• Familiarity with workplace safety requirements and ability to comply with site safety procedures.
• Basic understanding of solar PV components (modules, inverters, racking systems, monitoring devices).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage work orders for daily O&M activities, coordinating with relevant stakeholders such as town councils and customers.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations, maintaining a safe work environment for yourself and your team.
• Maintain tracking system for site clearance requirements and work order closures.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimize processes and improve workflow efficiency.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports on maintenance work progress.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen and Lean projects.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Solar maintenance

Work planning

Lean/Kaizen

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Diploma / NITEC in electrical engineering

Job description

About Sembcorp

Sembcorp is a leading energyand urban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to drive energy transition, Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutions and urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.

Join us in shaping a sustainable energy future

Drive Asia’s energy transition with us! Our Gas & Related Services segment is a key growth engine, delivering reliable and efficient energy to industries and communities across multiple countries. We support Asia’s growing energy needs while advancing the shift to a lower-carbon future.

Purpose and Scope

We are seeking a proactive and organized Solar Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Senior Engineer to join our team, with a primary focus on daily planning of work activities and the management of work orders. As a Solar O&M Senior Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of solar systems by creating and managing work orders, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and overseeing maintenance schedules. This role requires strong operational planning, communication skills and good understanding of solar systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage work orders for daily O&M activities, coordinating with relevant stakeholders such as town councils and customers.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations, maintaining a safe work environment for yourself and your team.
• Maintain tracking system for site clearance requirements and work order closures.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimize processes and improve workflow efficiency.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports on maintenance work progress.

Additional Responsibilities

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen and Lean projects.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Reporting Officer (RO).

Requirements

• A diploma / NITEC / Higher NITEC in electrical engineering, renewable energy, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 2 year of experience in solar, electrical maintenance, facilities maintenance, work planning, or service coordination.
• Relevant training or certification in maintenance planning, work order management, facilities management, project coordination, or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Training in Lean, Kaizen, or process improvement methodology would be preferred to support workflow improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with workplace safety requirements and ability to comply with site safety procedures during planning and coordination of works.
• Basic understanding of solar PV components, including modules, inverters, racking systems, and monitoring devices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with stakeholders effectively and present ideas clearly.
• A positive work attitude with a people-oriented approach.

Our Culture at Sembcorp

At Sembcorp, our culture is shaped by a strong set of shared behaviours that guide the way we work and uphold our commitment to driving the energy transition.

We foster an institution-first mindset, where the success of Sembcorp takes precedence over individual interests. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work seamlessly across markets, businesses, and functions to achieve our goals together. Accountability is a core principle, ensuring that we take ownership of our commitments and deliver on them with integrity and excellence. These values define who we are and create a workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningful impact on driving energy transition.

Join us in making a real impact!