Engineer - O&M Division

About the role

As an O&M Engineer, you will own the day-to-day technical performance, safety and reliability of the sites assigned to you, ensuring they meet contractual availability and performance guarantees while keeping lifecycle cost under control. You will work with a diverse cross-functional team within the organisation on different tasks which can cultivate your adaptability skills.

Key responsibilities

Monitoring and Performance Analysis

• Oversee the real-time health of assigned plants through SCADA, inverter portals, data loggers and monitoring platforms; triage alarms by severity and ensure timely response within agreed SLAs.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and potential issues. Generate reports on plant performance, energy output, and system health.

Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

• Develop, schedule and supervise preventive maintenance (PM) programmes for PV modules, DC/AC cabling, combiner boxes, inverters, MV/LV switchgear, transformers, protection relays, earthing and lightning protection, and monitoring equipment.
• Lead condition-based inspections using drone aerial thermography, handheld IR cameras, I-V curve tracing, insulation resistance and other diagnostic tools; interpret results and prioritise remedial work.
• Lead fault diagnosis and structured root cause analysis (RCA) for inverter trips, ground faults, hotspots, string failures, tracker or communication faults and grid-related events; implement corrective actions and verify results.
• Manage O&M technicians and subcontractors on site, including work planning, method statements, quality checks and handover.
• Coordinate cleaning programmes and optimise cleaning frequency using soiling data and rainfall patterns to balance yield gain against cost.

System Optimization

• Identify and implement performance improvement initiatives such as string re-configuration, inverter parameter tuning, vegetation management, drainage and civil rectification, and module or inverter repowering.
• Manage warranty and defect claims with OEMs and EPC contractors (modules, inverters, trackers, transformers), including evidence gathering, technical submissions and follow-up to closure.
• Plan and execute component replacement and upgrades, including technical specification review, vendor comparison and commissioning verification.
• Support the evaluation of retrofit opportunities such as battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV charging integration, advanced monitoring and tracker or optimiser upgrades.
• Monitor ageing, degradation trends and end-of-warranty risks, and contribute to long-term asset management plans.

Safety Compliance

• Ensure that all O&M activities comply with relevant safety standards and regulations.
• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Develop and execute emergency response plans in case of system failures or safety incidents.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain detailed records of all O&M activities, system performance, and incidents.
• Prepare and submit regular O&M reports to management on plant performance, maintenance activities, and any issues encountered.

Team Coordination and Management

• Supervise and coordinate the work of O&M technicians and other staff involved in the maintenance activities.
• Provide training to junior staff or technicians on proper maintenance procedures and safety practices.

Client and Stakeholder Interaction

• Work closely with clients to address their concerns, provide updates on plant performance, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Provide technical support to clients or stakeholders, including explaining technical aspects and resolving queries related to the operation of the solar power plant.

Budget and Inventory Management

• Manage the O&M budget, including controlling costs for repairs, replacements, and routine maintenance.
• Monitor and manage the inventory of spare parts, tools, and other resources necessary for maintenance activities.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure that the plant complies with all regulatory requirements, including obtaining and maintaining necessary permits and certifications.
• Monitor and manage environmental impacts, ensuring the plant operates within legal environmental guidelines.

Continuous Improvement

• Explore new technologies, tools, and methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of O&M activities.
• Provide feedback to the design and installation teams to help improve future solar power projects based on O&M experiences.

Others: Ad hoc projects when required by management.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, or Renewable Energy) or a related field
• Minimum 2 years and up to 4 years of relevant experience in solar PV operation and maintenance, power plant O&M or electrical engineering within the renewable energy or power sector
• Fluency in English language
• Proficiency in MS Office (in particular Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Adept at Excel for data compilation and analysis
• Proficiency in engineering software tools such as AutoCAD or similar
• Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST) Chargeman certificate of competency is an advantage
• SEDA Malaysia Qualified Person certificate (GCPV Wireman Chargeman) is an advantage,
• Possess a valid CIDB Greencard
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve project-related challenges
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Self-driven and proactive in finding solutions and meeting company objectives

About us

EFS Revision Energy Sdn Bhd is committed to innovation and environmental stewardship in the renewable energy industry. The Engineering – O&M Division is shaping the future of sustainable energy.