O&M Technician

Job ID

2025-2215

Category

Power Production

Location : City

Nagaa Hammadi

Location : Country (Full Name)

Egypt

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position
Currently we are looking for a O&M Technician in Nagaa Hammadi, Egypt to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our O&M Technician you will be responsible for the general and safe operation at the plants under his/her control and to ensure maximum power supply to the grid. Additionally, be responsible for coordinating and facilitating global control Officer duties as per PSR and ORHVS requirements and as required by the Plant Safety Engineer.

Main responsibilities

• Performing the Following Tasks On-Site:

• • Modifying, repairing, and maintaining electrical equipment and systems.
  • Conducting switching, isolation, grounding, and lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures as authorized for Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) systems.
  • Executing Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) activities.
  • Inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and components.
  • Repairing PV modules, mounting structures, combiner boxes, and DC systems.
  • Ensuring inverter availability and troubleshooting faults.
  • Repairing transformers and circuit breakers for both LV and HV systems.
  • Performing switching operations on LV and HV networks as authorized.
  • Modifying, Maintaining and repairing mechanical systems such as solar tracker structures.
  • Conducting monthly inspections of electrical tools and equipment.
  • Acting as an Authorized Person (AP) or Competent Person (CP) as required by the site.
  • Follow Grid Operator (NCC/RCC/LDC) instructions for dispatch, switching, curtailment
  • Maintain real-time measuring/monitoring/control at GCP; store 2 years of data
  • Telemetry of bay status (CBs, disconnectors, earthing switches), protection & telecom alarms
  • Receive and execute active & reactive set-points from Grid Operator
  • Maintain substation auxiliary power (AC/DC, batteries) and perform needed tests to ensure it is operational
  • Ensure continuity of sending P, Q, V, f to Dispatch Center (telemetry uptime)
  • Maintain interfaces with EETC: OHL/OPGW terminations, telecom, protection, meters

• Supervising and Training Staff:

• • Supervising and training new employees on assigned tasks.
  • Acting as a Team Lead in the plant supervisor’s absence.
  • Overseeing and training electrical staff on technical and safety practices.

• Reporting and Compliance:

• • Assisting with reporting requirements and documentation related to site operations.
  • Performing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) inspections and audits.
  • Reporting to the Plant Supervisor and assuming responsibilities during their absence.
  • Carrying out general site tasks as required

Qualifications and competencies

• Min:

• Technical high school or equivalent certificate in electrical field
• 3+ years Electrical experience – AC & DC (LV, HV)
• Proven experience of AC & DC electrical troubleshooting and repairs

• Ideal:

• Training certificates on electrical systems
• HV substation operation & maintenance (HV&MV switching, testing instruments, protection relay testing and calibration)
• Solar PV Plant (inverters, trackers and combiner box)
• Good at using computer programs (word & Excel)
• Fluent in English, spoken and written and fluent in Arabic
• You are used to changing environments and to quickly meet new challenges

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

For the particular role we also expect

• Ability to take ownership of electrical systems on the plant
• Ability to complete a task in reasonable time with a sense of urgency
• Good trouble shooting skills
• Ability to work with no supervision
• Ability to supervise a team
• Ability to work under high-pressure conditions
• Ability to plan & good work ethic
• Good English literacy
• Ability to do good record keeping

Additional information

The role requires standby availability, the ability to cover Plant Supervisor duties, readiness to travel when needed, and a valid driver’s license.

We offer
Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.