Remote | South Africa | Shift-Based

An established operator within the energy infrastructure sector is seeking a SCADA Monitoring Operator to support the remote monitoring and operational oversight of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy transition, supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical grid-connected assets through advanced monitoring platforms and operational systems.

Working as part of a 24/7 operations function, you will be responsible for monitoring asset performance, responding to alarms, coordinating incident escalation, and supporting operational continuity across a portfolio of energy assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor Battery Energy Storage Systems and associated infrastructure through SCADA and remote monitoring platforms.
• Perform first-line investigations into alarms, faults, communications issues, and abnormal operating conditions.
• Analyse operational data, event logs, and system trends to support effective incident management.
• Escalate technical issues and operational risks to engineering and field support teams.
• Coordinate with technicians, contractors, and operational stakeholders during fault response and recovery activities.
• Maintain detailed operational logs and ensure accurate shift reporting.
• Support asset availability, operational performance, and compliance with safety and operational procedures.
• Contribute to performance reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

• Experience within a SCADA monitoring, control room, operations centre, utilities, power generation, industrial operations, or technical support environment.
• Strong understanding of operational monitoring systems and alarm management.
• Ability to interpret operational data and respond effectively to changing conditions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a disciplined approach to operational procedures.
• Comfortable working rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Highly Desirable

• Experience working with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Exposure to renewable energy, power generation, substations, transmission, distribution, or grid-connected assets.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems and remote operational technologies.
• Understanding of operational safety controls and incident escalation procedures.
• Familiarity with electrical infrastructure and asset performance monitoring.

What's On Offer

• Fully remote working arrangement.
• Exposure to advanced BESS and energy infrastructure technologies.
• Opportunity to join a growing and technically focused operations team.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Competitive remuneration package.