Mechanical & Electrical Personnel

Energy Vault; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking Mechanical and Electrical Personnel for the Khauta Solar Project in Welkom, Free State. This contract position requires strong technical knowledge along with leadership abilities to oversee operations. Join a project set to enhance sustainable energy generation with a capacity of 501MWdc.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in construction, engineering, or energy sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of solar systems and inverters.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and maintenance of solar energy sites.
• Manage a team and coordinate installation activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and optimize performance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Position : Mechanical Personnel AND Electrical Personnel (Contract Position)
Report to : Electrical / Mechanical Manager
Location/Project : Welkom Freestate

Project Introduction
The Khauta Solar Project is a private project developed by the NOA Group and construction will be done by WBHO Construction Pty Ltd. The solar plant will have the capacity to generate 501MWdc of electricity. The site is located in the Free State province in the City of Welkom, between Riebeeckstad Ward 10, 25 & 28. This project is set to kickstart in July 2025 and construction to be completed by December 2026.

Key Requirements :

• Completed Bachelors Degree in Mechanical OR Electrical Engineering
• At least 3 years experience in construction, engineering, or energy sectors is highly desirable
  - Strong technical knowledge of solar systems, inverters, monitoring systems, and associated equipment
  - Familiarity with relevant safety and environmental regulations, industry standards, and best practices
  - Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team
  - Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills to diagnose issues, optimise system performance, and troubleshoot problems
  - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
  - Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders

Supervisory experience will be advantageous

Responsibilities
- Oversee the operations and maintenance of solar energy sites
- Ensure efficient and safe functioning
- Manage a team of general workers
- Coordinate installation activities
- Monitor system performance
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
- Maximise the productivity and longevity of solar installations