Johannesburg: Solar Operations and Maintenance Manager posted by Headhunters
Job Description
Our Client in the Manufacturing Industry is seeking to employ a Solar Operations and Maintenance Manager to their team based in Johannesburg, East Rand.
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energies or a relevant technical qualification.
- Minimum 5 years experience in the solar and renewable energy industry.
- Proven background in project and contract management within Solar, PV and utility-scale projects.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines.
- Previous experience with contract regulations and related laws (preferred).
- Minimum 5 years in a managerial role, leading teams and managing resources in dynamic environments.
- Experience analysing and interpreting energy generation data, virtual PPAs, green tariffs and wholesale energy market data.
- Ability to build and manage cross-functional relationships.
- Computer literacy (MS Office Suite, SAP, ERP systems, job-specific software).
- Knowledge of business processes, quality management systems, processes and procedures.
- Strong mathematics abilities and knowledge of data analysis/statistical methods.
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
- Manage turnkey project solutions as agreed with clients.
- Oversee multiple projects of varying complexity, ensuring completion within timelines and budgets.
- Maintain effective communication with customers, subcontractors and stakeholders.
- Improve operational management systems, processes and best practices.
- Purchase materials, manage inventory and oversee warehouse operations.
- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, environmental and SHEQ requirements.
- Formulate strategic and operational objectives for solar projects.
- Analyse financial data to improve profitability and manage budgets/forecasts.
- Perform quality controls and monitor production KPIs.
- Provide technical support for design, construction, commissioning and operation of solar sites.
- Manage day-to-day site operations, maintenance, reporting and administration.
- Supervise subcontractors and consultants to ensure quality, budget and schedule compliance.
- Oversee NECR compliance and protect facility operating permits.
- Implement and manage Environmental Management Systems.
- Utilise CMMS systems for operations, maintenance, inspections and trend analysis.
- Prepare annual operating plans, budgets and variance justifications.
- Collaborate with Sales and Engineering teams to offer best-fit project solutions.
- Coordinate and manage installation teams across multiple projects.
- Ensure compliance with SHEQ, including risk assessments and safe equipment usage.
- Attend customer meetings and presentations as required.
- Submit progress and performance reports.
Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.
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