Operations Manager

Operations Manager

About Sunzo Solar

Sunzo Solar is a growing clean energy company focused on making solar adoption simple, accessible, and affordable for homes and businesses across Malaysia.

We provide end to end solar solutions, from system design and installation to financing and ongoing customer support.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager with hands-on solar industry experience to own the delivery of our solar projects from the moment a customer signs through to successful installation and TNB approval.

You will manage installation crews, procurement, suppliers, permitting, project scheduling, quality control, and the overall installation pipeline. This is a hands-on role and requires someone who understands both the technical and operational side of solar installations.

GCPV certification is a MUST

for this role. Candidates who do not hold a GCPV certification will not be considered.

Immediate joiners are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You Will Do

• Own the end to end installation pipeline from signed contract to completed installation and TNB approval.
• Plan and manage installation schedules, crew capacity and multiple concurrent projects.
• Manage subcontracted installation teams, including briefing, scheduling, quality control and performance.
• Coordinate SEDA, ATAP, TNB and other required regulatory applications and approvals.
• Manage procurement of panels, inverters, mounting systems, electrical components and other installation materials.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable lead times.
• Coordinate warehouse, inventory and material dispatch for installations.
• Conduct site visits and post installation quality checks.
• Ensure installations meet technical, safety and quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate project and installation records, including photos, checklists and warranty documentation.
• Track signed but not installed projects and ensure projects are scheduled and progressed without unnecessary delays.
• Report regularly on installations completed, project backlog, crew utilisation, project timelines and installation costs.

What We're Looking For

MUST HAVE

• Valid GCPV (Grid Connected Photovoltaic) certification.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in solar operations, solar installation, electrical contracting or renewable energy project delivery.
• Practical understanding of residential solar PV systems and installation processes.
• Working knowledge of SEDA, ATAP and TNB application processes.
• Experience managing installation crews or subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of solar system components including panels, inverters, mounting systems, DC and AC wiring and protection equipment.
• Valid driving licence and own transportation.
• Willingness to travel regularly to installation sites across Klang Valley and surrounding areas.

Advantageous

• Experience managing 10 or more concurrent solar projects.
• Experience in procurement, supplier negotiation and inventory management.
• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy or a related field.
• Additional ST certifications or relevant electrical competencies.
• Experience transitioning installation operations from outsourced crews to an in house or hybrid model.
• Experience working in a fast growing solar company or startup.

Why Join Sunzo Solar?

• Join a growing clean energy company at an early stage of its expansion.
• Take ownership of the company's installation and operational function.
• Opportunity to build scalable solar operations across Malaysia.
• Work closely with the leadership team as the business grows.
• Opportunity for significant career progression as installation volumes increase.