Job Description

Job Summary
Hire Resolve's client in the Solar Industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Operations & Maintenance Engineer in Cape Town.
Reports To:

• Head of Engineering and O&M
• Chief Technical Officer

Job Overview:

• Assist the Asset Manager and Operation and Maintenance Technical Manager in engineering-related matters.
• Commission renewable energy systems.
• Design repairs and rectifications for renewable energy systems.
• Predict project costings accurately.
• Monitor system productions and identify causes of under-performance accurately.
• Automate reports in the Operation and Maintenance Department.
• Ensure designed system repairs are operationally robust.
• Stay updated with technological developments in the Solar Thermal & Solar PV Industry.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist Project Management team with commissioning of renewable energy plants.
• Drive automation of all reports in the Operation and Maintenance Department.
• Prepare budgets for proposed project repairs.
• Create detailed drawings for technicians.
• Update and maintain as-built drawings.
• Measure and create bills of quantities for repairs.
• Accurately monitor system performance and reasons for under-performance.
• Ensure all sites meet performance expectations and rectify system downtime promptly.
• Manage the ticketing system.
• Configure systems on the monitoring platform.
• Improve reporting and monitoring functionality of the Operation and Maintenance Department.
• Assist project-specific Asset Managers and Operation Technical Managers with site issues.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent computer literacy, including knowledge of solar plant software and hardware.
• Proficient in IT systems underlying renewable energy plants.
• Proficient in PV solar systems, storage systems, generators, and hot water systems.
• Knowledgeable in big data utilization for streamlining outputs.
• Strong programming skills for big data and report automation.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder interactions.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, policies, standards, and best practices.
• Ability to work within budgets and deadlines.
• Attention to detail.

Requirements:

• B.Eng, BSc. Eng, B.Tech Eng in Mechanical, Mechatronics or Electro-Mechanical.
• Eligible to register with the Engineering Council of South Africa.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in operations and maintenance of solar power systems.
• Knowledge of solar PV systems, inverters, batteries, and monitoring systems.
• Experience with solar performance monitoring and reporting.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to solar power systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.

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