OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

The Operations and Maintenance Engineer at Greenroof in Hermosa, Bataan, Philippines, is responsible for the efficient operation of a solar power plant. Duties include monitoring system performance, conducting maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to uphold safety and operational standards. This position is not remote, as it is based in a specific location.
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ENGINEER / HSE - PHILIPPINES

LOCATION: Philippines

DEPARTMENT: Project Management

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CN Green Roof Philippines is a local subsidiary of CN Green Roof Asia (CNGRA or the Company), an investor and developer in renewable energy projects across Southeast Asia. CNGRA is backed by Climate Fund Managers (CFM) and Norfund, two leading institutional investors focused on climate mitigation and sustainable development.

The Company develops, owns, and operates renewable energy assets that contribute to the region’s energy transition and decarbonization goals. CNGRA currently manages and develops projects across Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines, leveraging regional expertise and local partnerships to deliver scalable, long ‑ term climate impact.

POSITION SCOPE

The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Engineer / HSE is responsible for ensuring the efficient, safe, and reliable operation of the solar power plant. The role focuses on monitoring system performance, carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting operational issues, and optimizing overall plant performance.

For the HSE function, the role shall also serve as the designated Pollution Control Officer (PCO), responsible for ensuring full compliance with environmental laws, DENR regulations, permit conditions, and reporting requirements. The O&M Engineer / HSE works closely with engineers, technicians, contractors, and regulators to uphold high standards of safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence across the solar facility.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Operation and Maintenance
• Monitor the performance of solar panels, inverters, substations, and other critical components using monitoring systems such as SCADA, FusionSolar, and similar platforms to promptly identify and resolve issues.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and emergency corrective maintenance, including inspections, testing, repairs, and replacement of faulty equipment, to ensure optimal plant performance and minimal downtime.
• Analyze system efficiency and implement improvement measures to maximize energy yield, including panel cleaning schedules, system setting adjustments, and recommendations for equipment upgrades or enhancements.
• Respond to unexpected incidents or system failures and implement corrective actions and contingency plans to restore operations safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of maintenance activities, operational performance data, incidents, and corrective actions.

Reporting and Compliance
• Prepare, review, and submit regular operational, maintenance, and compliance reports to Head Office, NGCP, and relevant government regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely submission of required reports, permits, and certifications.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory visits related to operations, safety, and environmental compliance.

Coordination and Communication
• Collaborate closely with Project Management team, technicians, contractors, and service providers to ensure effective maintenance and repair works.
• Communicate plant performance, operational issues, and safety concerns to the immediate head and relevant departments.
• Assist in planning maintenance activities, outages, and resource requirements.

Systems and Technical Support
• Utilize monitoring, reporting, and data systems to analyze plant performance and support decision-making.
• Basic knowledge of project management principles and SQL programming/server administration is an advantage.

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
• Serve as the designated Pollution Control Officer (PCO) of the solar power plant, in compliance with DENR rules and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental laws, ECC conditions, permits, and DENR reporting requirements, including but not limited to SMRs, PCO Annual Reports, and waste management documentation.
• Implement, enforce, and continuously improve health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and controls in accordance with company standards, O&M manuals, approved drawings, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensure all site a