PV TECHNICIAN

Job Description

Job Summary

The PV Technician is responsible for the operation monitoring maintenance and troubleshooting of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems within utility-scale solar power plants. The role ensures optimal performance availability and reliability of PV modules inverters trackers and associated MV/HV substation equipment in compliance with OEM recommendations approved schematics and Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMPs).

Key Responsibilities

PV System Operation & Maintenance

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance of PV systems including:
  

  • Solar PV modules
    

  • Tracking systems
    

  • Inverters
    

  • MV/HV substations
    

• Monitor system performance using plant SCADA and other monitoring tools.
  

• Perform predictive maintenance and condition monitoring to minimize breakdowns and reduce unavailability events.
  

Troubleshooting & Restoration

• Diagnose faults in PV modules inverters trackers and associated electrical systems.
  

• Restore generating stations to normal operation within minimum downtime using correct and OEM-recommended troubleshooting methods.
  

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and corrective actions taken.
  

Solar Inverters & Protection Systems

• Operate maintain and troubleshoot solar inverter systems relay protection panels and control panels.
  

• Support solar tracking systems and ensure their proper alignment and operation.
  

• Coordinate with substation teams for MV/HV substation operation switching and safety procedures.
  

Health Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Follow all HSE procedures permit-to-work and electrical safety requirements.
  

• Participate in toolbox talks safety briefings and risk assessments.
  

• Ensure safe working practices during maintenance troubleshooting and operational activities.
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain logs of maintenance activities system faults and repairs.
  

• Report performance deviations downtime events and maintenance needs to the supervisor.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:
  

  • Diploma in Electrical Mechanical or Renewable Energy/Instrumentation or equivalent.
    

• Experience:
  

  • Proven experience as a PV Technician in solar power plants.
    

  • Hands-on experience in inverters solar modules trackers and MV/HV substations.
    

  • Experience in switching and operating 1500V DC systems is highly desirable.
    

• Technical Knowledge:
  

  • Strong knowledge of solar inverter systems relay and control protection panels.
    

  • Familiarity with OEM maintenance recommendations SCADA monitoring and SMPs.
    

Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  

• Good computer literacy for monitoring and reporting (MS Office SCADA systems)
  

• Good spoken written and reading skills in English
  

• Commitment to safety quality and operational standards