GOC Officer 1 at Scatec ASA

Main purpose of position:

• We are seeking a GOC Officer 1 to join our global team based in Cape Town, South Africa, as we work toward our vision: Improving our Future. 
• In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring our global portfolio of PV and Battery power plants from the Global Operations Centre (GOC). You will play a key role in ensuring optimal plant performance by proactively identifying issues and supporting timely resolution.
• The GOC Officer will support the use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to coordinate and dispatch work orders, with the goal of minimizing plant downtime and maximizing operational efficiency.
• In addition, you will contribute to performance reporting across daily, weekly, and monthly cycles, helping provide clear insights into plant operations and performance.

Main responsibilities:

• Monitor the global portfolio of PV and Battery plants on a rotating shift basis to ensure 24/7 operational coverage.
• Identify, log, and manage plant anomalies through the CMMS, including creating and dispatching work orders.
• Communicate directly with site personnel to guide and support timely resolution of operational issues.
• Respond to operational events and alarms, conducting first-line investigations and coordinating follow-up actions.
• Track plant performance and activities, ensuring accurate data capture and record-keeping within the CMMS.
• Prepare and contribute to daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports, including flash reports for major events.
• Ensure effective communication with Plant Supervisors and support coordination during significant plant events.
• Support SCADA system monitoring, data extraction, and continuous improvement of GOC processes and procedures.

Qualifications and competencies:

• BTech in Engineering
• Highly computer literate
• Knowledge of Power Electrical (LV & HV) systems and support services
• Understanding of LV & HV systems, preferably AC and DC systems
• Understanding with reading and understanding technical diagrams and drawings
• Work experience in the Renewable Energy environment will be advantageous
• Exposure to SCADA systems will be advantageous
• Understanding of the operational working of plant electrical equipment like Transformers, Switchgear, Inverters, SCADA and network communication
• Understanding of plant monitoring equipment will be advantageous
• Control and/or Monitoring experience of PV and/or BESS plants will be advantageous