Solar Operations Manager

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Lisavaird Co-Op

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Clonakilty, Ireland

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Solar Operations Manager

Join One of Ireland's Fastest Growing Solar Installation Businesses

Location: Lisavaird, Co. Cork

Employment Type: Full Time

About the Role

The Solar Operations Manager will be responsible for ensuring the efficient delivery of all solar projects from order confirmation through to successful commissioning and customer handover. This role is critical to supporting the continued growth of the business and ensuring installations are delivered safely, efficiently, on budget and to the highest quality standards.

The successful candidate will manage project delivery, installation scheduling, subcontractor performance, procurement and operational excellence across the solar division.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

  • Oversee all solar installation projects from sale through to completion.
  • Manage installation schedules and resource planning.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Monitor project progress and proactively address delays or risks.
  • Ensure successful project handovers and customer satisfaction.

Contractor Management

  • Manage electrical and roofing subcontractor relationships.
  • Monitor contractor productivity and performance.
  • Conduct regular quality and compliance inspections.
  • Ensure subcontractors meet agreed service and safety standards.

Procurement & Materials Management

  • Oversee purchasing and materials planning.
  • Develop supplier relationships.
  • Manage inventory levels and stock requirements.
  • Ensure material availability for upcoming installations.

Health, Safety & Quality

  • Promote a strong safety culture.
  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements.
  • Implement quality assurance procedures.
  • Investigate and resolve operational issues and customer escalations.

Continuous Improvement

  • Develop operational processes and procedures.
  • Support CRM implementation and workflow optimisation.
  • Drive productivity improvements and operational efficiencies.




Essential Skills & Experience

  • Experience managing projects, operations or installations.
  • Relevant 3rd level qualification
  • Strong organisational and planning skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities.
  • Full clean driving licence.

Desirable Experience

  • Solar PV industry experience.
  • Construction, electrical or engineering experience.
  • Contractor management experience.
  • Health and Safety qualifications.
  • Experience implementing operational systems and processes.