Lead Electrician – Solar Installations & Projects

MyCareerCraft; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

MyCareerCraft is seeking a qualified Lead Electrician to manage solar installation projects from start to finish. You will lead on-site work, ensure compliance with designs and standards, and deliver high-quality installations across residential, commercial, and industrial sites.

The role requires deep solar experience, ability to supervise teams, and a hands-on approach to project delivery with a focus on safety and client communication.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 required.
• Qualified Electrician with QCTO Red Seal (mandatory).
• Up to 3 years solar installation experience (roof and ground mount).
• National Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• AREP or SAPVIA PV Green Card.
• Experience with micro and string inverters and monitoring platforms.
• Solar installation experience on large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission PV systems for residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
• Lead on-site installations and supervise assistants.
• Read project plans and technical drawings.
• Install solar panels, inverters, racking, batteries, and monitoring systems.
• Diagnose and resolve system faults and operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with SANS standards and safety requirements.
• Communicate professionally with clients and project teams.
• Control quality, costs, and timelines on site.

Skills

Solar installation

On-site leadership

Read drawings

Safety compliance

Education

National Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

QCTO Red Seal

PV Green Card (AREP or SAPVIA)

Tools

Monitoring platforms

Micro & String Inverters

Job description

MyCareerCraft is seeking a qualified Lead Electrician to manage solar installation projects from start to finish. You will lead on-site work, ensure compliance with designs and standards, and deliver high-quality installations across residential, commercial, and industrial sites.

The role requires deep solar experience, ability to supervise teams, and a hands-on approach to project delivery with a focus on safety and client communication.