EPC Commissioning Manager - Solar

Energy Vault; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international EPC contractor seeks a Commissioning Manager for a landmark hybrid power project in the Northern Cape. This position involves overseeing commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with safety and grid integration standards, and managing subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in utility-scale renewable energy projects and the ability to coordinate effectively with various stakeholders. This role promises exposure to advanced BESS integration within a multicultural team and opportunities across Africa.

Benefits

Key role in delivering a strategic RMIPPPP hybrid project

Exposure to advanced BESS integration and hybrid power system commissioning

Opportunity for follow-on project involvement across Africa

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in commissioning management for EPCs or IPPs in renewable energy.
• Proven track record in utility-scale solar PV and/or BESS projects.
• Willingness to be site-based in the Northern Cape on a rotation or full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, and execute commissioning activities for PV, BESS, substation, and associated infrastructure.
• Review and implement commissioning procedures, schedules, and QA/QC documentation across EPC scope.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractor commissioning teams and OEM representatives.
• Interface with construction, QA/QC, engineering, HSE, and Eskom grid integration teams.
• Lead functional testing, pre-commissioning, and energisation of HV and LV systems.
• Oversee SCADA, protection relays, control systems integration and testing.
• Ensure full compliance with Eskom grid code, NRS standards, and safety regulations.
• Prepare and submit commissioning reports, punch lists, and handover documentation.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of technical issues during commissioning.

Skills

Commissioning management

Stakeholder coordination

Grid integration

SCADA protocols

Protection testing

HV/LV electrical systems

Job description

Overview

An international EPC contractor is executing the Avondale segment of a landmark hybrid power project in the Northern Cape, combining 115MW DC Solar PV, 35MW / 140MWh BESS, and a full substation + overhead line scope. This utility-scale project is part of the RMIPPPP and scheduled for COD in 2025. We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning phase on-site, ensuring all systems are tested, verified, and handed over in line with Eskom grid compliance and project milestones.

What You’ll Do

• Manage, plan, and execute commissioning activities for PV, BESS, substation, and associated infrastructure.
• Review and implement commissioning procedures, schedules, and QA/QC documentation across EPC scope.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractor commissioning teams and OEM representatives.
• Interface with construction, QA/QC, engineering, HSE, and Eskom grid integration teams.
• Lead functional testing, pre-commissioning, and energisation of HV and LV systems.
• Oversee SCADA, protection relays, control systems integration and testing
• Ensure full compliance with Eskom grid code, NRS standards, and safety regulations.
• Prepare and submit commissioning reports, punch lists, and handover documentation.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of technical issues during commissioning.
• Ensure project commissioning timelines are met in line with final energisation and COD dates.

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in commissioning management for EPCs or IPPs in the renewable energy, power, or industrial sectors.
• Proven track record delivering utility-scale solar PV and/or BESS projects in South Africa or similar grid environments.
• In-depth knowledge of HV/LV electrical systems, grid integration, protection testing, and SCADA protocols.
• Experience overseeing commissioning on substation builds, line bays, and Eskom interfaces.
• Excellent stakeholder coordination skills, including OEMs, contractors, and grid operators.
• Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, FAT/SAT procedures, and control logic.
• Willingness to be site-based in the Northern Cape on a rotation or full-time basis.

What We Offer

• Key role in delivering a strategic RMIPPPP hybrid project with long-term grid impact
• Exposure to advanced BESS integration and hybrid power system commissioning.
• Work with a Tier 1 international EPC in a high-performance, multicultural environment.
• Opportunity for follow-on project involvement across Africa.

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