Remote Solar Installation Specialist - Virtual Oversight

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Remote Solar Panel Installation Specialist to guide field teams via virtual channels, troubleshoot PV systems, review plans, and ensure safety and quality from a distance.

You will work remotely with occasional travel for training, stay updated on solar tech trends, develop training materials, and collaborate with engineering, sales and project management to drive nationwide deployments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Solar Panel Installer/Technician.
• Certification in solar installation (PV GreenCard) is advantageous.
• Excellent knowledge of electrical principles and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support to field installation teams for PV systems.
• Review installation plans, schematics, and site reports for accuracy.
• Troubleshoot installations via remote channels (phone, video, email).
• Plan and optimize installation workflows for efficiency and quality.
• Ensure safety protocols during remote supervision.

Skills

Remote communication

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Project coordination

Education

PV GreenCard certification

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Slack

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Remote Solar Panel Installation Specialist to guide field teams via virtual channels, troubleshoot PV systems, review plans, and ensure safety and quality from a distance.

You will work remotely with occasional travel for training, stay updated on solar tech trends, develop training materials, and collaborate with engineering, sales and project management to drive nationwide deployments.