O&M Site Manager - Bolobedu, Limpopo

Oxyon People Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company is seeking an experienced O&M Site Manager to oversee daily operations and maintenance activities at their solar PV plant. The ideal candidate should have a degree in an engineering field, GCC certification, and a minimum of 5 years' experience in Solar PV operations and maintenance. This is a site-based role requiring strong technical and communication skills, and compliance with safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Renewable Energy / Solar PV O&M / Power Plants preferred.
• Experience with commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of PV plants.
• Fluent in English (written & verbal).

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance recovery.
• Conduct technical assessments, specialized maintenance, and commissioning/start-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with OHS Act requirements.

Skills

Site management

Troubleshooting

Technical assessments

Safety compliance

Communication

Data acquisition systems

Education

Degree/Master’s in Electrical, Electronics, Automation or relevant Engineering field

Government Certificate of Competency (GCC – Factories)

Tools

SCADA systems

MS Office

Job description

O&M Site Manager – Bolobedu, Limpopo

Industry: Renewable Energy, Solar PV, Power Generation, Engineering
Department: Operations & Maintenance (O&M)
Reports to: O&M Manager
Location: Bolobedu Site, Limpopo
Travel: Local (site-based role)

Role Overview

The O&M Site Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations, maintenance activities, safety compliance, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation of the solar PV plant. This role ensures plant reliability, manages on-site teams, and liaises with internal and external stakeholders to maintain high operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on-site operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance recovery.
• Conduct technical assessments, specialized maintenance, and commissioning/start-up activities.
• Provide on-site and remote fault analysis and implement recovery solutions.
• Produce technical reports, documentation, and evidence for claims and audits.
• Support development and continuous improvement of maintenance systems and processes.
• Deliver technical training, workshops, and knowledge transfer to the O&M team.
• Ensure compliance with OHS Act requirements, including GMR 2(1) responsibilities.
• Chair SHE Committee meetings; endorse incident investigation findings.
• Authorize SHE Representatives, First Aiders, and GMR 2(7) appointments.
• Liaise with OEMs, service providers, utilities, customers, and internal departments.
• Participate in reliability studies, failure analyses, process audits, and performance monitoring.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree/Master’s in Electrical, Electronics, Automation or relevant Engineering field.
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC – Factories) – mandatory.
• Experience with GMR 2(1) and GMR 2(7) appointments under OHSA.
• 5+ years in Renewable Energy / Solar PV O&M / Power Plants (preferred).
• Experience with commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of PV plants.
• Strong knowledge of electronics, automation, SCADA systems, and remote-control systems.
• Understanding of data acquisition & communication systems (advantageous).
• Advanced MS Office and reporting software skills.
• Fluent in English (written & verbal).
• Valid South African driver’s license.
• Must be fit to work on site (medical fitness certificate required).