O&M Technician

Amea Power Group; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Amea Power Group in South Africa is seeking an O&M Technician for the Doornhoek PV project to ensure uninterrupted, safe and efficient operation of the solar facility. You will support the Plant Manager, supervise maintenance, review SOPs, coordinate with EPC and OEMs, monitor performance KPIs and prepare regular reports.

A strong background in HV/MV switching and PV equipment is essential, with a valid ORHVS certificate.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or N3 to N6 and Trade Test
• Valid ORHVS certificate
• At least 5 years’ experience in the renewable energy industry, preferably in PV O&M
• At least 3 years’ experience as an O&M Technician with switching experience
• Good understanding of ORHVS and in possession of a valid ORHVS certificate
• Previous experience as an O&M Technician is preferable
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of substation HV/MV equipment
• Experience in utilisation of computerised maintenance management systems
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and replacing PV system equipment from PV modules, combiner boxes, inverters, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Plant Manager to supervise all operational and maintenance activities of the PV plant.
• Review, develop and ensure implementation of SOPs to ensure safe operation of machinery and the safety of personnel.
• Organize and coordinate major corrective and preventative maintenance activities with EPC and OEMs.
• Compile daily, weekly and monthly performance reports.
• Monitor and analyze plant’s performance KPIs and suggest improvement strategies where required.
• Ensure operation and maintenance are carried out in line with the O&M contract.
• Lead and participate in fault-finding, conduct root cause analysis and develop technical reports on findings and recommendations.
• Authorize, permit and supervise MV/HV switching operations for maintenance, operation and inspection purposes.
• Perform 33/132 kV switching activities as per the ORHVS requirements.
• Ensure all incidents are duly reported, investigated and root causes are analysed to prevent reoccurrence.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Technical report writing

PV solar technologies

Operation and maintenance of solar設備

Incident investigation and root cause

OHS Act knowledge

Reading engineering drawings

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or N3 to N6 and Trade Test

Valid ORHVS certificate

Tools

Computerised maintenance management systems

Job description

O&M Technician – South Africa

Reporting to: O&M Plant Manager

Location: Klerksdorp, North West, South Africa

Position Purpose

The O&M Technician is responsible for the Doornhoek PV project, specifically ensuring that the facility operates efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Plant Manager to supervise all operational and maintenance activities of the PV plant.
• Review, develop and ensure implementation of SOPs to ensure safe operation of machinery and the safety of personnel.
• Organize and coordinate major corrective and preventative maintenance activities with EPC and OEMs.
• Compile daily, weekly and monthly performance reports.
• Monitor and analyze plant’s performance KPIs and suggest improvement strategies where required.
• Ensure operation and maintenance are carried out in line with the O&M contract.
• Lead and participate in fault-finding, conduct root cause analysis and develop technical reports on findings and recommendations.
• Authorize, permit and supervise MV/HV switching operations for maintenance, operation and inspection purposes.
• Perform 33/132 kV switching activities as per the ORHVS requirements.
• Ensure all incidents are duly reported, investigated and root causes are analysed to prevent reoccurrence.

Qualifications & Experience

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or N3 to N6 and Trade Test
• Valid ORHVS certificate
• At least 5 years’ experience in the renewable energy industry, preferably in PV O&M
• At least 3 years’ experience as an O&M Technician with switching experience
• Good understanding of ORHVS and in possession of a valid ORHVS certificate
• Previous experience as an O&M Technician is preferable
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of substation HV/MV equipment
• Experience in utilisation of computerised maintenance management systems
• Hands‑on experience with troubleshooting and replacing PV system equipment from PV modules, combiner boxes, inverters, etc.

Related / Technical Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Technical report writing
• Knowledgeable on PV solar technologies
• Knowledgeable on operation and maintenance of solar equipment/components e.g. PV modules, tracker systems, inverters and transformers etc.
• Conducting incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Knowledgeable in the OHS Act and its regulations
• Ability to read engineering drawings

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