Maintenance Technician - Mini Grids at Cloud Energy Photoelectric Ltd

Locations: Izziogo - Ebonyi, Garin Bako; Gindin Dorowa; and Bantaje - Taraba, Aiyetoro Gbede - Kogi and Gombe
Contract type: Adhoc (one (1) year fixed term)
Department: Projects and Engineering
Reporting to: Regional engineering lead & project manager

Overview

• Responsible for monitoring, maintaining and improving the performance of minigrid systems powering telecommunications masts and stations, with primary accountability for ensuring assigned sites achieve uninterrupted uptime.

Job Description

• Monitor the performance and operational status of assigned mini-grid and telecoms sites daily.
• Ensure assigned sites maintain a maximum uptime through proactive monitoring and maintenance.
• Monitor solar generation, battery status, inverter performance, load consumption, alarms and other critical system parameters.
• Identify potential faults and abnormalities early to prevent system shutdowns.
• Respond promptly to site alarms, outages and equipment failures.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, solar, battery, inverter and related system faults.
• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance and routine site inspections.
• Inspect solar panels, batteries, inverters, cables, connections, protection systems and other equipment.
• Manage and prioritize maintenance activities across multiple sites based on urgency and site performance.
• Maintain accurate records of site uptime, downtime, faults, repairs and maintenance activities.
• Conduct root-cause analysis of recurring faults and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, telecoms representatives and contractors to resolve technical issues.
• Ensure required tools, spare parts and maintenance materials are available for site interventions.
• Provide timely reports on site performance, downtime, faults and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with electrical, HSE and site safety procedures.
• Support emergency and after-hours response to critical site failures when required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Site Uptime: Maximum 100% across assigned sites.
• Fault Response: Timely response to critical alarms and outages.
• Fault Resolution: Resolution of faults within approved turnaround times.
• Preventive Maintenance: 100% completion of scheduled maintenance.
• Downtime: Continuous reduction in avoidable site downtime.
• Repeat Faults: Reduction in recurring equipment failures.
• Reporting: Timely and accurate submission of site reports.
• Safety: Full compliance with HSE and electrical safety requirements.

Requirements / Skills

• OND / HND in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field.
• 2 – 4 years' experience in solar, mini-grid, electrical, inverter, battery or power systems.
• Practical experience with solar PV, battery storage and inverter systems.
• Experience managing multiple field sites is an advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Electrical and solar system troubleshooting.
• Preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Remote system monitoring.
• Fault diagnosis and root-cause analysis.
• Technical reporting and documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple sites and prioritize faults.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and respond quickly to technical issues.
• Safety-conscious and accountable approach.

Salary

• Negotiable.