Lead Solar O&M Manager: Optimize Plant Performance

Network Engineering; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Engineering is seeking an experienced Solar Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager to oversee the performance, maintenance and optimisation of solar PV installations in Centurion. You will drive plant availability, energy generation and compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include leading technical teams, coordinating maintenance across sites, analysing SCADA data, managing budgets and SLAs, and collaborating with engineering and commercial teams to maximise asset value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in electrical engineering or related technical field.
• Proven experience in solar PV operations, maintenance or asset management.
• Experience leading technical teams and contractors.
• Strong understanding of solar PV systems, electrical infrastructure and power generation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and maintenance of solar PV plants to maximise performance and availability.
• Develop and implement preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Monitor plant performance, energy generation, and RCPI ratios to identify improvements.
• Lead technical teams, field technicians, and contractors; manage SLAs and budgets.
• Analyse SCADA data to identify faults and root causes; implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations and industry standards.

Skills

Solar PV systems

SCADA knowledge

Team leadership

Electrical safety

Maintenance planning

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

SCADA platforms

Remote monitoring

Maintenance budgeting

Job description

Network Engineering is seeking an experienced Solar Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager to oversee the performance, maintenance and optimisation of solar PV installations in Centurion. You will drive plant availability, energy generation and compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include leading technical teams, coordinating maintenance across sites, analysing SCADA data, managing budgets and SLAs, and collaborating with engineering and commercial teams to maximise asset value.