Senior Electrician - Solar PV, BESS & HV/MV Maintenance

Scatec ASA; Kenhardt; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Scatec Kenhardt is seeking a qualified Electrician to perform electrical work on the Solar PV Plant, including modification, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment, switching, isolation, earthing and LOTO in accordance with authorisation levels.

The role demands 5+ years of AC/DC electrical experience, MV/HV troubleshooting, and a proactive attitude to ownership on site, with safety and HSSE standards always in focus.

Qualifications

• N3 Qualification required.
• Qualified Electrician and ORHVS qualification.
• Registered 3 phase installation electrician (SANS 10142); not single-phase tester.
• 5+ years Electrical experience – AC & DC electrical systems.
• Proven experience on MV & HV equipment troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance.
• High Voltage Switching and Solar PV Plant experience.
• Ability to take ownership of electrical systems on the plant.

Responsibilities

• Perform modification, troubleshooting, testing, repair, and maintenance of all plant electrical equipment and systems.
• Execute switching, isolation, safety testing, earthing, and LOTO activities in line with ORHVS and PSR authorisation levels.
• Conduct OEM-specific preventative and corrective maintenance on BESS, PV systems, and associated electrical equipment.
• Maintain and monitor BESS systems, including coordination with maintenance contractors and adherence to contractual requirements.
• Interpret schematics, perform inspections, identify defects, and implement corrective actions to ensure equipment reliability.
• Complete safety documentation and ensure full compliance with HSSE standards and site procedures.
• Capture and report maintenance activities on CMMS, support audits, and contribute to SOP and process improvements.

Skills

Electrical experience

MV/HV equipment

High voltage switching

Solar PV plant experience

ORHVS qualification

SANS 10142 certified

Education

N3 Qualification

Qualified Electrician

ORHVS qualification

Job description

Scatec Kenhardt is seeking a qualified Electrician to perform electrical work on the Solar PV Plant, including modification, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment, switching, isolation, earthing and LOTO in accordance with authorisation levels.

The role demands 5+ years of AC/DC electrical experience, MV/HV troubleshooting, and a proactive attitude to ownership on site, with safety and HSSE standards always in focus.