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  • Operations and Maintenance Technician – Solar PV - Johannesburg - AltGen

    AltGen
    AltGen Johannesburg

    1 month ago

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    Key Responsibilities

    The Operations and Maintenance Technician will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance of solar PV assets.

    Operational Efficiency & Maintenance

    • Promptly correct site faults to ensure efficient operation and optimal performance of solar PV assets.
    • Perform visual inspections, replace damaged solar panels, troubleshoot breakers, and work within electrical distribution boards.
    • Troubleshoot and maximize the performance of the solar plant as a whole.
    • Maintain the Decentral O&M vehicle, including refueling.

    Fault Diagnosis & Repairs

    • Diagnose and repair string faults on solar plants using string testers and Meteocontrol VCOM monitoring portal.
    • Replace string home runs and resolve DC cable issues.
    • Carry out detailed fault-finding on communications boards and equipment, identifying hazards, faulty components, and determining repair or replacement needs.
    • Monitor and interpret data on 3G SIM cards and inverter online portals.
    • Understand inverter yield deviations, faults, and error codes.
    • Safely and efficiently work with different types of inverters (SMA, Huawei, etc.), updating firmware (remotely or on-site) and downloading event logs.
    • Replace faulty inverters and liaise with manufacturer support teams through to conclusion and resolution on-site.

    Electrical & Grid Components

    • Work with motor mechanisms on breakers and grid-monitoring relays.

    Requirements

    • Qualified electrician with solar PV experience or actively pursuing electrician qualification.
    • Valid Working at Heights certificate (preferred).
    • Code B driving license.

    Skills

    • Proactive in problem-solving and process improvement.
    • Self-motivated.
    • Ability to work remotely and independently.
    • Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
    • Competent with inverter software.

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