Job Description
About NovaSource
NovaSource Power Services (‘NSPS’) is a specialist in providing Operations & Maintenance Services to Solar Plants & Battery Energy Storage Projects, around the world.
We presently manage over 26GW of Utility Solar Projects globally; and are established in Australia to drive a higher standard of O&M to market.
About the Role:
- Replacement of key components, such as modules and inverter components
- Maintenance of inverters or associated electrical components.
- Work alongside Engineering team on the SCADA.
- Promptly respond to and execute necessary repairs of faulty equipment.
- Interface with, and management of subcontractors and other workers on site, including site inductions, daily pre-start meetings, etc.
- Continuous reporting of work status and scheduling to Regional Manager and Solar Asset Manager, including complete and detailed documentation of all work performed, involving daily time tracking and use of CMMS.
- WHS reporting and adherence to WHS protocols as established by NovaSource policy.
- Timely documentation of works performed using supplied framework.
This role is supported by a 24/7 Control Room, and involves working with Solar Asset Managers, Site Technicians and Greenskeeper - Attending to assigned work orders relating to preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, project works.
To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate the following:
- Safety as a core value, with a strong commitment to WHS.
- Reliable, organized and team focused.
- Have the tenacity and a can-do approach.
- Being able to efficiently execute tasks, as defined by a maintenance plan.
- Demonstrate strong organization skills with excellent problem solving and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills.
- Willing to travel.
- Knowledge and experience in Solar Farm O&M, plant and equipment.
- Ability to read, interpret and understand plans, drawings and specifications.
- Knowledge of current industry standards, specifications, industry best practice and Australian Standards.
Essential Requirements:
- Current Electrical License (unrestricted).
- Construction White Card.
- Current & Valid Driver’s License.
- Valid First Aid (CPR) & Low Voltage (LV) Rescue.
- High Voltage Switching
- Australian Work Rights.
- Trade Qualification – Electrical.
- Experience with Data Communications (SCADA, dataloggers, routers)
Travel:
- Travel will be required depending on the needs of the region.
Who are we
https://www.novasourcepower.com/
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is NovaSource Power Services’ policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. NSPS disapproves of, and will not tolerate, unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee because of race, colour, national origin or ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, age, religion, disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.
Skills Required
- Current unrestricted electrical license
- Construction White Card
- Current and valid driver's license
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification
- Low Voltage Rescue certification
- High Voltage Switching experience or capability
- Australian work rights
- Electrical trade qualification
- Experience with data communications, including SCADA, dataloggers, and routers
- Knowledge and experience in solar farm operations and maintenance, plant, and equipment
- Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications
- Knowledge of current industry standards, specifications, best practices, and Australian Standards
- Computer proficiency
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
- Willingness to travel as required by regional needs
What We Do
NovaSource Power Services is the new service partner for renewables asset owners - but our pedigree is as old as the solar industry itself. Our core team came together in the 1990s at solar industry pioneer, PowerLight, acquired by SunPower in 2006. We became NovaSource Power Services in 2020. Our core team has worked at the forefront of a growing industry for more than 20 years. Together, we’ve learned valuable lessons, honed our strategic viewpoint, and established best practices using the latest technologies and managing the largest solar projects in the world. As an independent, O&M-focused company, NovaSource is poised to offer even greater value in the operations and maintenance of off-grid to utility scale projects around the world. We believe renewables asset owners deserve an independent, transparent O&M-focused partner. We’re here to make our clients successful.
