Solar Field Technician

Minimum requirements:

• Must have a project management qualification
  With at least 2 years relevant and proven experience and background in the Solar and renewable energy industry, and specifically system implementation
• Possesses superior organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines
• Must possess troubleshooting skills and capabilities
• Must be flexible and ready to travel with limited warning
• Experience in building cross-functional relationships
• Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite; SAP, ERP Systems, and job-specific software systems).
• Knowledge of relevant Business Processes
• Knowledge of Project Management Systems, Processes and Procedures.
• Excellent math abilities and working knowledge of data analysis/statistical methods.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a full turnkey solution as negotiated with the end user on a residential to small commercial scale.
• Add to the proposal process regarding timelines for full turnkey solution.
• Oversee multiple residential projects of varying sizes and complexity and ensure that projects are accomplished within prescribed timeframes and budgets.
• Ensure sound communication with internal and external staff, customers and sub-contractors through relevant management channels.
• Ensure all operations and electrical works are carried on in an appropriate, cost-effective way to meet Industry regulations.
• Maintenance and repairs on existing solar photovoltaic systems.
• Improve operational management systems, processes, and best practices.
• Install Solar arrays, Battery backup systems and solar photovoltaic systems to the highest standards.
• Supervise site operating personnel including subcontractors and consultants to ensure quality and conformance to specifications, budgets, schedule, and corporate policies.
• Junior project management experience in solar and battery backup applications.
• Solar String configurations.
• Design in helioscope.
• Conduct professional site surveys.
• Troubleshoot system issues.
• Prepare bill of quantities for quote.
• Procure bill of quantities for installation.
• Assist with preparation of proposals.
• Market research trends, new equipment, new methodologies.
• Install and retrieve data loggers.
• Compile the raw data for engineering design.
• Capture drone footage before and after installation.
• Assist with emergency stock delivery or collection.
• Assist with warranty overload situation.
• Complete safety at heights training.
• Learn the various inverter software.
• Provide technical assistance when required.
• Liaise with customers to ascertain their satisfaction.
• Keep abreast of Industry developments.