Location: Cork
Reports To: Project Delivery Manager

Department: Project Management, Europe
Employment Type: 18-months-contract

Job Purpose:

To oversee and manage the on-site installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of solar PV systems at a solar park. Ensure that all work is carried out safely, on time, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the day-to-day operations on the solar park construction site.
• Ensure compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth workflow.
• Monitor installation and testing of solar panels, inverters, transformers, and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks; maintain detailed reports and documentation.
• Liaise with project engineers, consultants, and clients to address technical issues.
• Ensure adherence to project schedule and escalate potential delays or risks.
• Supervise commissioning and performance testing of PV systems.
• Report daily progress to the Project Manager.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies and lead toolbox talks on site.

Requirements:

Education & Qualifications:

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field.
• Professional registration is a plus (e.g., Engineers Ireland).

Experience:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in site engineering, preferably in utility-scale solar PV projects.
• Construction (site) experience
• Experience with solar PV system components (modules, inverters, switchgear).
• Familiar with grid connection and utility interface standards.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Proficient in reading electrical drawings and technical documents.
• Knowledge of HSE and QA/QC procedures.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Competence in MS Office, AutoCAD, and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).

Preferred:

• Familiarity with SCADA systems, energy storage, or hybrid systems.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to work in remote locations.