Site Engineer
Bukit MertajamOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Supervises subcontractors on-site for solar PV system works including inverter replacement, upgrades, and retrofits, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, safety procedures, and quality standards while acting as the main client contact.
About this role
- Supervise subcontractors on-site to ensure one-time project works (e.g., inverter/component replacement, system upgrades, retrofits, dismantling, reinstallation) are carried out according to approved drawings, method statements, and safety procedures.
- Act as the main on-site point of contact for the client, providing regular progress updates and addressing queries or concerns promptly.
- Conduct daily site coordination with subcontractors to plan work sequencing, resolve site issues, and ensure works stay on schedule.
- Verify site readiness, material availability, and manpower deployment by subcontractors before commencement of work.
- Monitor subcontractor workmanship and quality, flagging non-conformances and ensuring rectification before sign-off.
- Ensure subcontractors comply with HIRARC, MOS, PTW, and other safety documentation requirements throughout project execution.
- Conduct site inspections and quality checks during and after project works (e.g., thermography inspection, visual/workmanship verification).
- Record daily site progress, including work completed, manpower attendance, material usage, and any issues encountered.
- Support and witness testing, commissioning, and final inspection together with client representatives.
- Report site issues, incidents, near misses, or delays immediately to the O&M/project team and support corrective actions.
- Coordinate project handover and demobilization with subcontractors and client upon completion of works.
- Escalate technical or contractual issues arising on-site (e.g., scope discrepancies, defects, access issues) to the project/O&M team for resolution.
- Prepare site reports and documentation for internal records and client submission.
Requirements
- Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
- Possession of Chargeman AO/A1/A4 or Wireman PW4 is an added advantage.
- Good site management and supervision abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Able to prepare and submit daily progress reports
- Willing to travel to provide on-site support in Perak, Terengganu, and Kelantan
- Knowledge of site safety, quality, and documentation practices (MOS, HIRARC, PTW, QA/QC).
Skills
CommissioningElectrical EngineeringHIRARCMicrosoft OfficeMOSProgress ReportingPTWQA/QCSite Safety DocumentationSubcontractor SupervisionThermography Inspection
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