Remote Solar Farm Ops Lead: Performance & Maintenance

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Remote work autonomy

Home office setup allowance

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 represents a leading independent power producer seeking a highly skilled Remote Solar Farm Operations Manager. The role oversees performance, maintenance, and safety of solar assets from a home office, coordinating on-site teams and contractors.

You will monitor multiple sites via SCADA, perform data analysis, and implement preventative maintenance programs to maximize energy yield and asset value. Strong communication and independence are essential for success.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations and maintenance of solar power plants or other renewable energy facilities.
• Proven experience with solar farm monitoring systems (SCADA, PVsyst, etc.) and performance analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams and contractors remotely.
• Strong understanding of solar PV technology, electrical systems, and safety protocols.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using software for project management, data analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with remote teams.
• Must be able to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Aufgaben

• Remotely monitor the performance of multiple solar farms using SCADA and other monitoring systems.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for optimization.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance strategies and schedules.
• Coordinate and manage the activities of on-site technicians and third-party service providers.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental standards, and contractual obligations.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement for maintenance activities.
• Prepare regular operational reports, including performance summaries, incident reports, and budget reviews.
• Troubleshoot technical issues remotely and provide guidance for on-site resolution.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.

Kenntnisse

SCADA monitoring

Performance analysis

Remote team management

Electrical safety protocols

Project management software

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PVsyst

SCADA software

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 represents a leading independent power producer seeking a highly skilled Remote Solar Farm Operations Manager. The role oversees performance, maintenance, and safety of solar assets from a home office, coordinating on-site teams and contractors.

You will monitor multiple sites via SCADA, perform data analysis, and implement preventative maintenance programs to maximize energy yield and asset value. Strong communication and independence are essential for success.