Lead Solar Electrician – PV Installations & Commissioning

Weskus Personeel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 284,000 - 341,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• Matric and a QCTO Red Seal Electrician qualification
• A Wireman’s License
• Hands-on solar installation experience, including roof and ground mounts
• Experience with micro and string inverters and setting up system monitoring
• Ability to read electrical drawings and lead assistants on site
• Computer skills, including MS Office and advanced Excel

Responsibilities

• Install PV systems to approved designs, assemble racking and seal roof penetrations.
• Configure monitoring and commissioning; diagnose faults and perform inverter testing.
• Maintain installation records; supervise crew, check workmanship and safety.
• Ensure work meets SANS standards and project specs; track materials and costs.
• Flag risks early; coordinate equipment and repairs; keep customers informed.

Skills

Solar installation

Roof & ground mounts

Reading electrical drawings

Lead crew on site

MS Office

Advanced Excel

Education

National Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (NQF 6)

AREP or SAPVIA PV Green Card

Tools

ERP software / MES

Job description

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.