- Job Title: Regional Service Engineer
- Location: Ogbomoso, Oyo
- Employment Type: Contract
- Workplace Type: Onsite
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About Jaza Energy
Jaza is a solar energy start-up on a mission to power Sub-Saharan Africa. We build solar-powered shops that charge batteries for customers to use at home. In 2022, we achieved over 1.5 million battery swaps, bringing affordable and clean energy access to more than 186,000 people.
We work with women in each community (our Jaza Stars) to run these hubs, empowering them as leaders, entrepreneurs, and community builders. With successful pilot projects in Nigeria and rapid expansion ahead, we plan to grow to hundreds of hubs and hire 200+ people in the next 6 months.
Role Overview
We are seeking an exceptional Regional Service Engineer (RSE) to lead our Field Service Engineers (FSEs) and oversee technical operations across the South-West, starting with Oyo State (21 hubs and growing).
The RSE will ensure energy uptime, system optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance across multiple solar hubs. This role demands strong technical expertise, team leadership, and significant travel within Nigeria as Jaza expands.
You’ll report directly to the Technical Manager and collaborate with Jaza Stars, Regional Coordinators (RCs), and the Network Operations Centre (NOC) data team.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage Field Service Engineers (FSEs) to ensure seamless setup, connectivity, and maintenance of new and existing hubs.
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Guarantee maximum energy uptime and optimize solar system performance.
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Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve technical issues at hub locations.
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Conduct regular training, coaching, and professional development for FSEs.
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Review FSE technical reports and collate monthly performance reviews for management.
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Collaborate with RCs, Jaza Stars, and the NOC data team to monitor energy data and resolve challenges.
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Enforce safety protocols and compliance with all HSE standards.
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Actively contribute to continuous improvement through data-driven insights and technical innovations.
Qualifications
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6+ years of technical/engineering leadership experience in telecommunications, energy, or related industries.
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Proven hands-on expertise in solar energy systems (installation, maintenance, optimization).
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Strong knowledge of electrical design, installation, and maintenance.
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Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise teams in fast-paced environments.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to implement solutions.
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Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data analysis/reporting tools.
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Commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
Must-Have Skills
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Solar Installation & Maintenance
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Electrical Design, Installation & Maintenance
What We Offer
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Opportunity to play a key role in scaling renewable energy across Nigeria.
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A dynamic and mission-driven team environment.
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The chance to impact thousands of lives with clean and affordable energy.
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Career growth opportunities in a fast-growing energy start-up.
