Solar Installation Lead Electrician

Staff Solutions Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Solar Lead Installation Electrician for their Port Elizabeth branch. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in solar installations and strong technical skills. Responsibilities include overseeing project execution, ensuring quality control, and maintaining customer communication. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of solar installation experience required.
• Experience with roof and ground mount systems.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Technical Support Manager to review project plans.
• Assemble solar array racking and install equipment.
• Maintain high levels of quality assurance and safety.

Skills

Communication

Quality Assurance

Troubleshooting

Education

QCTO Red Seal Electrician Certification

AREP Certification

Job description

An opportunity has arisen with our client in the renewable energy industry for a Solar Lead Installation Electrician, to be based at their branch in Port Elizabeth.

POSITION INFO : Duties :

• Liaise with Technical Support Manager to review project plans and drawings and ensure that the project is build according to design.
• Work with crew members to complete projects within established time frame, policies and procedures.
• Assemble to solar array racking, properly seal all roof penetration, and install all relative equipment.
• Set up solar monitoring system.
• Maintain high levels of quality assurance and quality control with an emphasis on safety, diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions and operational issues.
• Communicate with customers in a professional, considerate, and respectful manner, answering all questions and concerns to the best of your ability.

Requirements :

• 3+ years of previous solar installation experience required (applicants with no solar and no extensive electrical experience will not be accepted and or reviewed)
• Experience with installing both roof and ground mount systems
• Experience with micro and string inverters as well as setting up monitoring systems
• AREP (Association for Renewable Energy Practitioners) or SAPVIA PV Green card Certification preferred
• QCTO Red Seal Electrician Certification in the Republic of South Africa

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