Jaza Energy is a solar energy startup working to expand access to clean and affordable power across Sub-Saharan Africa. The company operates solar-powered shops where customers can charge and exchange batteries used to power their homes.
Jaza Energy has expanded into Nigeria and is developing additional hubs across the South-West region. Its operations also involve employing members of local communities to manage its energy services.
Job Summary
Jaza Energy is recruiting a Regional Service Engineer to oversee technical operations and lead a team of Field Service Engineers across its regional network.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining reliable energy systems, maximizing power availability and uptime, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting the setup and maintenance of new energy hubs.
The role involves significant travel within Nigeria and requires strong technical leadership, hands-on experience with solar systems, data analysis, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
This opportunity is suitable for professionals seeking Solar Energy Jobs in Nigeria, Engineering Jobs in Ibadan, and Renewable Energy Jobs in Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise Field Service Engineers across the region.
- Oversee the setup and commissioning of new energy hubs.
- Ensure reliable connectivity and operational readiness of hub energy systems.
- Conduct and coordinate regular maintenance of solar and energy systems.
- Monitor energy uptime and identify opportunities to improve system performance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical and electrical issues affecting hub operations.
- Guide Field Service Engineers in implementing effective technical and maintenance practices.
- Coach and develop field engineering teams through regular training and professional development.
- Review reports submitted by Field Service Engineers regarding hub performance and technical issues.
- Collate monthly technical reports and share performance updates with management.
- Prepare monthly performance review reports covering power availability and system performance.
- Collaborate with Jaza Stars, Regional Coordinators, the Network Operations Centre (NOC) data team, and Field Service Engineers to diagnose and resolve technical challenges.
- Analyze operational data to identify recurring issues and opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Ensure technical activities comply with established safety and HSE standards.
- Report directly to the Technical Manager and support effective implementation of technical protocols.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives involving system reliability, maintenance, reporting, and technical operations.
- Travel within the assigned region and other parts of Nigeria as required to support operational expansion.
Requirements and Qualifications
Candidates should have:
- Strong practical expertise and understanding of energy and solar power systems.
- A minimum of 6 years of technical or engineering leadership experience in telecommunications, energy, or a related industry.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience with solar systems.
- Strong knowledge of solar installation and maintenance.
- Experience with electrical design, installation, and maintenance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to identify, investigate, and implement solutions to complex technical challenges.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with HSE standards.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong team leadership and supervisory skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with different teams.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively within Nigeria.
Key Technical Skills
- Solar installation.
- Solar system maintenance.
- Electrical design.
- Electrical installation.
- Electrical maintenance.
- Technical team leadership.
- Energy system troubleshooting.
- Data analysis and reporting.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate should be a hands-on technical professional with substantial experience managing solar or energy systems and leading field engineering teams.
Jaza Energy places greater emphasis on practical expertise and hands-on experience than on a specific educational background. The successful candidate should therefore demonstrate strong technical competence, leadership ability, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining reliable energy systems.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: ₦480,000 – ₦500,000 per month.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Paid annual vacation and sick leave.
- Airtime allowance.
- Data allowance.
- Transport allowance.
- Opportunity to work in an international environment.
- Exposure to senior technical and operations leaders.
- Hands-on experience and responsibility within a growing renewable energy company.
- Training, guidance, and support for professional development.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the application portal provided by Jaza Energy.
