About NovaSourceNovaSource Power Services ('NSPS') is a technical service provider which provides services to owners, developers, and EPCs of renewable generation & storage plants that seek performance reliability.As an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) company with leadership that has over 20 years of experience, and presently over 20GW of Solar PV Plants under management globally, NovaSource has the leadership, global reach, and strategic capability to lead the market in this category of technical service around the globe, and throughout Australia.Through our range of services, our capabilities are structured to optimize every stage of a project lifecycle – from design, construction supervision, commissioning, re-vamping, re-powering, and third-party services with the goal of maximizing performance.The RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of site maintenance activities and maintaining the operation of a utility scale Solar power plant.
Duties include but are not limited to the maintenance works which can include testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, commissioning, and modifying components such as solar modules, inverters, tracker motors, transformers, switchgear, and metering systems and ensuring operation is optimal from and viewable through the onsite SCADA.Responsibilities are to ensure that the performance of all works is executed to a high standard of quality and that implementation and adherence to safety practices is everyone's responsibility.
This position may require you to act as the primary responder to automated service calls generated by remote alarm notification systems and may at times include on-call 24/7 responsibilities.The successful candidate should be capable of performing tasks without supervision and capable of taking over supervision of the facility in the absence of Site Supervisor or senior manager.Experience2 years of experience in a related position orExperience in operating and maintaining power plant electrical systems, SCADA and controls systems operation, troubleshooting advanced electrical components, and using procedures to perform equipment preventative and corrective maintenance preferred.Education / QualificationA Valid Unrestricted Electrical licence in the relevant state or territoryRelevant Safety Certifications (White Card)Valid HV Switching CertificateValid First Aid & Low Voltage (LV) Rescue training certificateRequired Skills / CompetenciesKnowledge in electrical safety and arc flash standards.Understanding of and ability to follow operating, switching, maintenance, safety and environmental procedures.Must have a safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis.Working knowledge of industrial or power facility operation and maintenance.Understanding of local and national electrical codes.Basic ability to perform testing and troubleshooting of medium voltage and high voltage equipment, including transformers, potential transformers, current transformers, breakers, relays, contactors, motors, and inverters.Familiar with CMMS systems for maintenance tracking.Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office Products) is required.Must possess good English oral and written communication skills.Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.Self-directed and accountable, able to think critically about processes and issues.Highest level of Integrity.Duties and ResponsibilitiesEnsure a safe work environment by promoting strict adherence to company protocols.Oversee personnel in the field and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence.Perform and document training on and ensure compliance to Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-Job Brief and Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures.Train personnel in safety, environmental and procedural requirements.Communicate effectively with remote operators.Assist in planning and executing on-site projects, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing.Assist with writing and enforcing work and equipment testing instructions and procedures, including normal and maintenance operating procedures.Ensure work orders are complete per requirements.Ensure all documentation and required reports are reviewed, complete, submitted and filed.Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.Attend, participate in and pass all assigned training in safety, environmental and other areas as assigned.Maintain work area and site housecleaning to a high professional standard.Other duties as assigned.Reporting RelationshipsWill report to the most senior site manager or supervisor depending on site organizational structure.May lead work groups and supervise plant evolutions.May have tasks assigned by advanced technical staff – Technician III and above.Physical RequirementsWill sit and stand periodically during the day.Required to lift up to 15 kgs.Will walk and climb stairs.Will reach over shoulder heights and below waist.Required to use hands to lift, handle, carry or feel.May be required to kneel, bend, talk and hear.Specific vision abilities are required.Equal Employment OpportunityIt is NovaSource Power Services' policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.
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