Senior Solar Farm Operations & Asset Lead

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Solar Farm Operations Manager to oversee multiple solar farms near George, Western Cape. You will guide day-to-day operations, maintenance, and performance analysis, driving reliability, safety, and profitability across assets.

The ideal candidate will have a strong PV and SCADA background, 10+ years in renewables operations, and a proven leadership track record. This senior role offers a challenging, strategic environment with opportunities for growth and regional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 10 years in the operations and maintenance of large-scale renewable energy projects, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven PV, inverters and SCADA expertise; strong understanding of safety and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operational lifecycle of multiple solar farms, ensuring maximum energy generation and uptime.
• Develop and implement comprehensive O&M strategies and plans.
• Lead and mentor a team of O&M technicians and engineers, fostering safety and productivity.
• Manage budgets and relationships with contractors and service providers.
• Prepare regular performance reports for senior management and monitor grid compliance.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Data analysis

Budgeting

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

PV systems

SCADA systems

Inverters

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Solar Farm Operations Manager to oversee multiple solar farms near George, Western Cape. You will guide day-to-day operations, maintenance, and performance analysis, driving reliability, safety, and profitability across assets.

The ideal candidate will have a strong PV and SCADA background, 10+ years in renewables operations, and a proven leadership track record. This senior role offers a challenging, strategic environment with opportunities for growth and regional