solar power plant operator

Description

Solar power plant operators operate and maintain equipment which produce electrical energy from solar power. They monitor measuring equipment to ensure the safety of operations, and that the production needs are met. They also react to system problems, and repair faults.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

Practical Skills

install photovoltaic systems maintain photovoltaic systems apply health and safety standards maintain electrical equipment monitor electric generators respond to electrical power contingencies maintain concentrated solar power systems maintain records of maintenance interventions install concentrated solar power systems survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment arrange equipment repairs resolve equipment malfunctions use communication techniques coordinate electricity generation operate hydrogen extraction equipment operate hydraulic pumps install hydraulic systems ensure equipment maintenance cooperate with colleagues install electrical and electronic equipment gather data maintain sensor equipment prevent marine pollution address problems critically provide information on solar panels repair battery components replace large components wear appropriate protective gear control temperature manage data ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule operate battery test equipment operate steam turbine liaise with engineers ensure safety in electrical power operations develop strategies for electricity contingencies set up machine controls maintain hydraulic systems read engineering drawings operate hydraulic machinery controls