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Weskus Personeel is recruiting a Lead Electrician for solar installations in Elandsfontein, Gauteng. The role involves leading a crew to install roof- and ground-mounted PV systems from drawings through testing and commissioning.
You will work with the project team to ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery, maintain records, and coordinate with customers and suppliers. Relevant qualifications and experience are required.
Can you lead a solar installation crew and get a system from the approved drawings through to testing and commissioning? Our client is looking for a hands‑on electrician who knows roof‑mounted and ground‑mounted PV installations and takes pride in safe, neat work.
You’ll work with the Project Supervisor and engineering team to install PV systems to approved designs. That includes assembling racking, sealing roof penetrations, installing system components, configuring monitoring and commissioning the installation. You’ll also diagnose faults, carry out basic inverter testing and firmware updates, and keep clear installation and maintenance records. You’ll guide the crew, check workmanship and safety, and make sure work meets SANS standards and project specifications. You’ll track materials and costs, flag risks early, help coordinate equipment and repairs, and keep customers informed. Projects must be delivered on time and within the approved budget.
We’re looking for someone organized, practical and comfortable solving problems on site while working well with customers, assistants and technical teams.