Solar Farm Operations Lead — Energy Yield & Safety

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance–in‑

Medical aid and retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to cutting-edge renewable能源技术

Dynamic and collaborative work环境

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Solar Farm Operations Manager to oversee solar facilities near George, focusing on performance, reliability, and safety. The role blends field operations with strategic planning and direct oversight of maintenance teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong solar PV background, over five years in similar roles, and proven leadership and project management capabilities in a renewable energy setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years in operations and maintenance.
• Experience managing technical teams and complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV systems and performance monitoring.
• Familiarity with SCADA and electrical grid operations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor energy generation and operational performance of the solar farm.
• Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for panels, inverters, infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.
• Lead on-site technical and maintenance teams focusing on safety and efficiency.
• Develop strategies to improve energy yield and reduce costs.
• Coordinate with utility providers, regulators, and contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

SCADA familiarity

Solar PV knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Solar Farm Operations Manager to oversee solar facilities near George, focusing on performance, reliability, and safety. The role blends field operations with strategic planning and direct oversight of maintenance teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong solar PV background, over five years in similar roles, and proven leadership and project management capabilities in a renewable energy setting.