Job Description

Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager – O&M (Solar Site In-charge)

Location:

Solar Project Site (as applicable)

Experience:

8–14 years (Solar O&M experience mandatory)

Qualification (Mandatory):

  • BTech / BE in Electrical Engineering

  • Valid State Electrical Supervisor / Electrical License (as per state regulations)

    • Job Purpose:

    To manage end-to-end Operations & Maintenance of utility-scale solar power plants (30–100 MW), ensuring high plant availability, optimal generation, electrical safety compliance, and efficient site operations.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Plant Operations

  • Overall site in-charge for daily operations of 30–100 MW solar power plant.

  • Monitor plant generation, PR, availability, and electrical losses.

  • Ensure reliable operation of inverters, HT/LT panels, transformers, pooling station, and evacuation lines.

    • Maintenance Management

  • Plan and execute preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of electrical systems.

  • Coordinate with OEMs for inverters, transformers, protection systems, and SCADA.

  • Ensure timely isolation, shutdowns, and restoration as per electrical safety norms.

    • Electrical Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with State Electrical Inspectorate, CEA regulations, and statutory requirements.

  • Maintain electrical licenses, approvals, and compliance documentation.

  • Implement PTW, LOTO, and electrical safety procedures at site.

    • Performance & Reporting

  • Analyze PR losses, trippings, and breakdowns; drive corrective actions.

  • Prepare daily, monthly, and annual O&M MIS and performance reports.

    • Team & Vendor Management

  • Lead site electrical engineers, technicians, and contractors.

  • Manage module cleaning, security, and other site vendors.

  • Ensure training, discipline, and productivity of site staff.

    • Coordination & Commercial Support

  • Coordinate with SLDC, Discoms, and transmission utilities.

  • Support audits, inspections, and PPA compliance.

  • Manage spares, inventory, and O&M cost control.

    • Key Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong expertise in solar plant electrical systems and O&M.

  • Hands-on experience with HT/LT systems, protection relays, and evacuation infrastructure.

  • Sound understanding of statutory electrical compliance.

  • Leadership capability to manage site independently.

  • Willingness to stay full-time at site.

    • Mandatory Requirements:

  • BTech Electrical Engineering.

  • Valid State Electrical License (Supervisor / Competency Certificate).

  • 8–14 years of Solar O&M experience.

  • Experience handling 30–100 MW solar sites.

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