SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Timely Proposal Delivery:
- Proposal Delivery Time - Average time taken to deliver project proposals.
- On-time Delivery Rate - Percentage of project proposals delivered on or before the deadline.
Design Implementation:
- Design - Design and optimize solar systems, including photovoltaic (PV) and other solar technologies including generators.
- Design Review Cycle Time - Time taken to complete a thorough design review process.
- Populating project BOQ (Bill of quantity).
- Design compliance and quality assurance inspections
Grid Studies
- Reviews technical studies prepared by consultants to ensure compliance with Grid code
Profitability:
- Project Profit Margin - Overall profit margin achieved on solar energy projects.
- Project Cost Control - Variance between estimated and actual project costs.
Communication and Reporting:
- Partner satisfaction with communication and reporting.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, and clients.
- Reporting Timeliness - Adherence to scheduled reporting timelines.
Technical Expertise
- Provide technical guidance and support to project teams and stakeholders.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot technical issues and develop solutions.
- Optimize system performance and efficiency.
Qualification:
Bachelor of Engineering Degree (Mech/Elec) or similar. Registration as Professional Engineer a preference.
Experience:
- Solar Industry: Minimum 5 years of experience in the renewable energy industry, specifically in solar project development, installation, commissioning and maintenance.
- Utility-Scale Solar: Experience working on large-scale solar projects is highly valued.
- Agricultural: Experience working on hybrid/ off grid solar projects is highly valued.
- C&I : Experience working on hybrid/ off grid solar projects is highly valued.
Technical Expertise:
- Solar Energy Systems: Hands-on experience with solar energy systems, including design, installation, and performance analysis.
- Energy Modelling Software: Proficiency in tools like PVsyst, Helioscope or equivalent.
- Electrical Engineering Principles: Understanding of electrical circuits, power systems, and control systems.
Project Management:
- Project Planning: Experience in managing projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
- Team Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate teams.
- Software and Tools: CAD Software: Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD or PVsyst, HOMER and Helioscope.
- SCADA Systems: Experience with SCADA development, including software.
Soft Skills:
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
- Communication: Effective communication skills for working with teams, clients, and stakeholders
Recruitment shall be done in accordance with the company's Employment Equity Plan. People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
