Hastings Nkhoma
About Candidate
Location
Education
A degree focused on renewable energy technologies, including solar energy systems, energy conversion, system design, installation, and maintenance. The qualification provided a technical foundation in renewable energy project development, energy assessments, and the application of sustainable energy technologies.
Training in workplace health and safety, hazard identification, risk assessment, accident prevention, environmental protection, and safe working practices. The qualification supports the implementation of health, safety and environmental requirements during construction, site supervision, and renewable energy project operations.
Training in basic first aid, initial emergency response, injury assessment, and immediate assistance to injured or unwell persons in the workplace.
MERA licence for renewable energy activities, demonstrating professional licensing and familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements in Malawi’s renewable energy sector
Work & Experience
Supervised subcontractor work against electrical, civil and mechanical construction drawings. Checked the quantity and quality of delivered materials with logistics personnel. Conducted site inspections and supported QA/QC, H&S compliance, resource coordination and schedule monitoring. Prepared daily, weekly and monthly progress reports and supported the project management team on technical matters
Monitored solar plant performance using SCADA systems and data loggers and investigated underperformance. Coordinated inspections and preventive maintenance of PV modules, inverters, transformers and associated electrical equipment. Analysed generation trends, prepared performance reports and recommended corrective actions. Supported safe maintenance practices and upkeep of electrical connections and plant equipmen
Managed day-to-day site activities and supervised subcontractor implementation of construction drawings. Monitored schedules, scope, resources and construction progress, escalating deviations to project management. Prepared progress reports and coordinated technical matters with management and site teams. Supported HSE and quality requirements, safety inspections, risk assessments and contractor awareness activities.
Supported pre-construction surveys, site logistics and identification of local materials, suppliers and services. Supervised subcontractor work and checked delivered materials against project requirements. Monitored compliance with construction drawings, QA/QC, H&S requirements and environmental safeguards.
Sized and designed solar energy systems for homes and offices, including solar backup integration with the grid. Conducted site inspections, energy audits and feasibility assessments and prepared system performance reports. Supported installation, inspection and maintenance of renewable energy systems. Contributed to development of small solar and biomass systems from planning through installation and maintenance
