Remote PV Solar Installation Expert & Troubleshooter

Placements24

Vereeniging

Hybrid

ZAR 480,000 - 720,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses
Remote work
Home office allowance
Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Solar Panel Installation Specialist to join a growing renewable energy team. This fully remote role provides expert guidance and remote support for solar projects across South Africa, enabling nationwide deployments from a flexible, remote-first setup.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in PV solar installations, deep knowledge of panels, inverters and mounting systems, and excellent communication to guide field teams remotely.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of practical PV solar installation experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of solar panel types, mounting systems, inverters and electrical components.
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve installation issues remotely.
  • Excellent communication skills for phone/video guidance.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide remote technical support and consultation to field installation teams on PV systems.
  • Review installation plans to ensure design specs and performance.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues remotely and guide technicians.
  • Stay updated on solar tech, techniques and safety standards.
  • Contribute to best practice guides and training materials.

Skills

PV solar installation
Troubleshooting
Communication
Remote work
Autonomy

Tools

Electrical knowledge

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Solar Panel Installation Specialist to join a growing renewable energy team. This fully remote role provides expert guidance and remote support for solar projects across South Africa, enabling nationwide deployments from a flexible, remote-first setup.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in PV solar installations, deep knowledge of panels, inverters and mounting systems, and excellent communication to guide field teams remotely.

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