Senior Solar Electrician & Projects Manager

Farm Manager SA; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA in Cradock, Eastern Cape seeks a highly experienced Senior Solar Electrician / Solar Operations Manager to oversee solar installations, electrical operations, staff, and day-to-day administration of the business.

The role requires ownership from planning and installation through commissioning, maintenance and fault finding, with strong technical solar expertise and proven leadership to drive projects and client relations.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with a recognised electrical trade qualification.
• Solar/PV qualifications and certifications are required.
• Proven experience with solar PV systems, inverters, batteries, and electrical installations.
• Ability to plan, supervise staff and manage projects end-to-end.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee solar PV and electrical installations.
• Plan and coordinate projects, staff, equipment, and materials.
• Supervise electricians, technicians, and installation teams.
• Ensure installations are completed safely, correctly, and within required timelines.
• Commission, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair solar systems.
• Diagnose faults relating to inverters, batteries, panels, electrical components, and system performance.
• Manage daily operational and administrative requirements.
• Coordinate purchasing, stock, materials, and equipment required for projects.
• Liaise professionally with clients, suppliers, and contractors.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, and job records.
• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical, health and safety, and industry standards.
• Train and develop junior technical staff.
• Take responsibility for the quality and performance of completed installations.

Skills

Leadership & team management

Client communication

Problem solving

Administrative skills

Hands-on field experience

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Solar/PV qualifications & certifications

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Solar PV components

Job description

Farm Manager SA in Cradock, Eastern Cape seeks a highly experienced Senior Solar Electrician / Solar Operations Manager to oversee solar installations, electrical operations, staff, and day-to-day administration of the business.

The role requires ownership from planning and installation through commissioning, maintenance and fault finding, with strong technical solar expertise and proven leadership to drive projects and client relations.