Solar Field Technician

Boardroom Appointments; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Solar Field Technician to manage and implement solar projects from residential to small commercial scales. This role requires a strong background in project management and troubleshooting within the solar and renewable energy sector. You will oversee multiple projects, ensuring they meet deadlines and budgets while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills and be ready to travel. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to sustainable energy solutions and project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in solar and renewable energy industry.
• Must have project management qualification and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage turnkey solutions for residential to small commercial solar projects.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Skills

Project Management

Troubleshooting Skills

Organisational Skills

Data Analysis

Cross-functional Relationship Management

Education

Project Management Qualification

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP

ERP Systems

Job description

About the job 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.