Manager - Solar O&M (e-BOP)

About Company

Founded in 2011, ReNew, is one of the largest renewable energy companies globally, with a leadership position in India. Listed on Nasdaq under the ticker RNW, ReNew develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale wind energy projects, utility-scale solar energy projects, utility-scale firm power projects, and distributed solar energy projects. In addition to being a major independent power producer in India, ReNew is evolving to become an end-to-end decarbonization partner providing solutions in a just and inclusive manner in the areas of clean energy, green hydrogen, value-added energy offerings through digitalisation, storage, and carbon markets that increasingly are integral to addressing climate change. With a total capacity of more than 13.4 GW (including projects in pipeline), ReNew’s solar and wind energy projects are spread across 150+ sites, with a presence spanning 18 states in India, contributing to 1.9 % of India’s power capacity. Consequently, this has helped to avoid 0.5% of India’s total carbon emissions and 1.1% India’s total power sector emissions. In the over 10 years of its operation, ReNew has generated almost 1.3 lakh jobs, directly and indirectly. ReNew has achieved market leadership in the Indian renewable energy industry against the backdrop of the Government of India’s policies to promote growth of this sector. ReNew’s current group of stockholders contains several marquee investors including CPP Investments, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Goldman Sachs, GEF SACEF and JERA. Its mission is to play a pivotal role in meeting India’s growing energy needs in an efficient, sustainable, and socially responsible manner. ReNew stands committed to providing clean, safe, affordable, and sustainable energy for all and has been at the forefront of leading climate action in India.

Job Description

Job Title –  Manager- Solar O&M

Qualification & Experience – B.Tech – Electrical - 8 to 11 years

Location – Gooty, Andhra Pradesh

• Responsible for end-to-end O&M of utility-scale solar PV plants integrated with BESS systems.
• Monitor and optimize key KPIs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maximize energy yield and plant efficiency
• Manage PPC operations ensuring real-time grid compliance and dispatch optimization.
• Ensure strict compliance with grid codes, SLDC/RLDC dispatch instructions, and forecasting requirements.
• Coordinate with load dispatch centers for scheduling, curtailment handling, and grid disturbances.
• Lead O&M of Battery Energy Storage Systems to support grid stability and peak load management.
• Optimize charge-discharge cycles based on demand, and grid conditions.
• Monitor battery health, degradation, safety systems (BMS), and lifecycle performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and emergency response systems.
• Manage operation of 400 kV switchyard including transformers, breakers, isolators, CT/PTs, GIS & Protection systems.
• Perform safe switching operations and ensure high availability of evacuation systems.
• Coordinate with utilities for grid synchronization, outage planning, and fault clearance.
• Monitor protection schemes, SCADA, and ensure rapid fault identification and restoration.
• Maintain strict adherence to high-voltage safety standards and statutory compliance.
• Ensure optimal functioning of solar tracker systems to maximize irradiation capture.
• Monitor tracking accuracy, troubleshoot failures, and improve system availability.
• Implement preventive maintenance practices to minimize generation losses.
• Ensure execution of preventive and predictive maintenance for solar, BESS, and switchyard assets.
• Improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime through condition monitoring and data analysis.
• Conduct detailed energy audits to identify generation gaps and inefficiencies.
• Implement corrective measures to reduce technical losses and improve overall plant performance.
• Manage O&M contracts, EPC close-out, and service agreements.
• Track contractor performance and ensure adherence to SLAs and contractual obligations.
• Administer contract certification and vendor payment processes.
• Follow up on JMR & related statutory requirements.
• Ensure seamless handover/takeover of solar + BESS projects from EPC to O&M.
• Validate systems against scope, performance guarantees, and operational readiness.
• Liaise with: SLDC/RLDC/TRANSCO/DISCOMs, Local authorities and regulatory bodies & Contractors, suppliers, and local communities
• Ensure statutory compliance and smooth external coordination.
• Plan and manage: Manpower and shift operations, Spares and inventory& O&M budgets
• Drive efficiency through optimal utilization of resources.
• Track plant issues and coordinate with engineering, accounts, contracts, and compliance teams for resolution.