Job Description

Experience Required:

7+ Years

Location:

Palladam

Department:

Operations & Maintenance (O&M)

Industry:

Solar / Renewable Energy

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced

Assistant

Maintenance Manager

to lead the operations and maintenance activities of our solar power plant. The role focuses on ensuring maximum plant availability, equipment reliability, and safe maintenance practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance for inverters, transformers, modules, switchgear, and electrical panels. Monitor equipment performance using SCADA and diagnostic tools. Identify potential issues and implement corrective actions to prevent breakdowns.

2. Breakdown & Corrective Maintenance

Lead troubleshooting during equipment failures and ensure quick restoration of operations. Coordinate with OEMs and vendors for warranty claims and repairs.

3. Team Management

Supervise maintenance technicians and field staff. Assign daily maintenance tasks and ensure timely completion. Provide training on equipment handling and safety procedures.

4. Plant Performance & Monitoring

Track daily energy generation, PR (Performance Ratio), and CUF. Analyze performance deviations and implement improvement measures.

5. Safety & Compliance

Ensure 100% compliance with electrical and site safety standards. Conduct risk assessments, safety drills, and toolbox talks.

6. Inventory & Spare Parts Management

Maintain adequate stock of critical spare parts and tools. Coordinate with the procurement team for material availability.

7. Vendor & Contractor Management

Monitor the performance of AMC contractors and service providers. Verify service reports and ensure high-quality repairs.

8. Documentation & Reporting

Maintain maintenance logs, checklists, SOPs, and breakdown reports. Prepare daily/weekly/monthly O&M performance reports.

9. Project Support

Support installation, upgradation, and commissioning activities of new equipment or plant expansions.

Qualifications

Diploma/Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering. Minimum

7 years of experience

in Solar O&M/Maintenance. Strong knowledge of inverters, transformers, SCADA, and solar modules. Good leadership and team-handling skills. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of predictive maintenance tools. Experience in vendor and contractor management. Familiarity with safety standards (LOTO, electrical safety, etc.). Proficiency in MS Office and maintenance management software.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?30,000.00 - ?50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance
Work Location: In person