- January 15, 2025
- Posted by: Havenhill
- Categories: Blog, Careers
Job Title: Operations & Maintenance Supervisor
Department: Engineering Operations
Reports To: Operations & Maintenance Manager
Type of employment: Full-time
Starting date: Q1, 2025
Location: Abuja, Nigeria (with occasional travel to project sites)
Havenhill is a clean-tech utility company dedicated to using solar energy to generate clean, safe, cost-effective, and sustainable electricity. Founded with a mission to bridge the energy gap in Nigeria, Havenhill has expanded its operations from providing power backup services to deploying solar mini-grids that energize communities, power industries and healthcare facilities across Nigeria. At our core, we believe that clean energy is the backbone for Africa’s infrastructural development, and we strive to create solutions that leave no community behind.
As the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor, you will oversee the operations and maintenance of the company’s projects including Mini-Grids, Commercial & Industrial etc., ensuring optimal system performance, compliance with safety standards, and high system reliability. You will lead a team of technicians, manage vendor collaborations, and ensure the seamless operation of the company’s solar PV systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Operations Management:
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of the company’s power projects to maintain peak performance.
- Monitor system performance, analyze data, and promptly troubleshoot faults to minimize downtime.
- Preventive Maintenance
- Develop and implement Maintenance Job Routines (MJRs) and work packets.
- Conduct routine inspections, testing, and scheduled maintenance to ensure equipment efficiency and reliability.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, spare parts inventory, and equipment performance.
- Corrective Maintenance
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and software issues in solar power systems.
- Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement improvement initiatives.
- Performance Optimization:
- Conduct energy calculations, inspections, and performance analysis to enhance system efficiency.
- Prepare and execute system performance improvement plans.
- HSE and Compliance:
- Ensure all maintenance activities meet Havenhill’s HSE requirements and comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including NEC (National Electrical Code) and OSHA standards.
- Actively identify, mitigate, and close out safety hazards during maintenance activities.
- Team and Vendor Clarification
- Collaborate with service contractors to ensure efficient vendor-based maintenance tasks.
- Supervise on-site inspections, repairs, and specialized services.
- Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare and submit performance reports, incident records, and maintenance documentation.
- Continuous Improvement
- Evaluate current operating and maintenance procedures, providing recommendations for improvement.
- Undertake assignments aimed at process optimization and enhanced system reliability.
Qualifications
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in solar PV operations and maintenance.
- Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, inverters, and transformers.
- Expertise in troubleshooting, energy calculations, and system optimization.
- Certifications:
- COREN Registered Engineer (preferred).
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Mini-Grid Design, SPVIS, NAPTIN).
- Professional Memberships:
- Membership in professional associations like the NSE, NIPE etc.
- Other Skills:
- Excellent problem-solving and team management abilities.
- Proficiency in root cause analysis and system performance optimization.
- Travel Requirement:
- Willingness to travel extensively to project sites.
Interested applicants should APPLY HERE.