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 directly responsible for a variety of field service functions primarily focused on maintenance activities which ensures a high standard of operation and performance of utility scale Solar power plants.Duties include but are not limited to familiarity with both AC and DC systems, including inverters, switchgear, tracker motors, transformers, batteries, power meters, computer monitoring systems, associated sensors, PV modules, and PV arrays.The candidate will deliver works as defined by a preventative maintenance plan which can include testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, commissioning, and modifying components such as solar modules, inverters, tracker motors, transformers, switchgear, and metering systems, ensuring operation is optimal from and viewable through the onsite SCADA.Responsibilities include ensuring that the performance of all works is executed to a high standard of safety, workmanship & efficiency.Accurate recording and reporting of all faults and work logs are to be efficiently attended, rectified, and closed out.The Site Supervisor must keep current with product technology as measured by ability to troubleshoot and repair various products and to instruct others.This position may require acting as the primary responder to automated service calls generated by remote alarm notification systems and may include on-call 24/7 responsibilities.Experience3 years of experience in a related position, or2 years of supervisory experienceEducation / QualificationsA Valid Electrical Supervisors or Contractors licence in the relevant state or territoryRelevant Safety Certifications (White Card)High Voltage Switching Operator Licence (HVSO) desired, but not essential.A valid Drivers LicenceValid First Aid & Low Voltage (LV) Rescue TrainedRequired Skills/CompetenciesAbility to supervise contractors in the field and ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence.Ability to take direction, identify problems, develop solutions, conduct analysis independently and in collaboration with others.Ability to work comfortably in potentially remote field conditions and manage multiple tasks and projects.Ability to work in difficult customer situations.Available for 24-hour on-call duty to meet customer requirements.Strong electrical background.Knowledge 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.Ability to read and understand Electrical schematics and prints.Experienced with medium & high voltage switching.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.Capable of retrieving relay files and documentation.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 all 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 all personnel in safety, environmental and procedural requirements.Communicate effectively with remote operators.Coordinate on-site project planning, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing.Write and enforce work and equipment testing instructions and procedures, including normal and maintenance operating procedures.Ensure work orders are complete per requirements.Prepare documents necessary for procurement and utilization of materials and vendor services.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 Regional Manager.Will lead work group on 1 site only.TravelTravel may be required depending on the needs of the business.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.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr