Lead Electrician - Solar Installations

Pollock & Associates; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy organization is seeking an experienced Lead Electrician to oversee the installation and commissioning of photovoltaic systems. The role includes managing on-site execution, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Qualified candidates should possess strong hands-on expertise in solar technologies and hold necessary electrical qualifications. This position is ideal for those who lead with high standards and strong customer interaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ proven solar installation experience.
• Familiarity with lithium battery BMS analysis.
• AREP / SAPVIA PV Green Card advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end solar installations.
• Ensure systems comply with regulatory and safety standards.
• Manage on-site execution and troubleshooting.

Skills

Hands-on expertise in roof and ground-mounted PV systems

Micro and string inverters knowledge

Firmware updates

Advanced Excel-based data analysis

Compliance with SANS standards

Cost control

Quality assurance

Professional customer interaction

Education

Grade 12 (NQF 4)

National Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (NQF 6)

QCTO Red Seal Electrician and Wireman’s License

Job description

Introduction

A specialist renewable energy organisation is seeking an experienced Lead Electrician to take full responsibility for the installation and commissioning of photovoltaic systems from start to finish, across residential, commercial, and large-scale industrial projects.

The role oversees end-to-end solar installations, ensuring systems are built to approved designs, commissioned correctly, and compliant with all regulatory and safety standards. Working closely with the Installation Supervisor, Project Supervisor, and Engineering team, the Lead Electrician will manage on-site execution, troubleshooting, system monitoring setup, and quality control.

The position requires strong hands‑on expertise in roof and ground‑mounted PV systems, micro and string inverters, lithium battery BMS analysis, inverter testing, firmware updates, and advanced Excel‑based data analysis. A strong focus on compliance with SANS standards, cost control, quality assurance, and professional customer interaction is essential.

This role suits a technically strong electrician who leads from the front, maintains high standards, and delivers reliable, compliant solar installations on time and within budget.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Grade 12 (NQF 4)
• National Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (NQF 6)
• QCTO Red Seal Electrician and Wireman’s License (non-negotiable)
• Minimum 3 years’ proven solar installation experience
• AREP / SAPVIA PV Green Card advantageous

Interested?