Solar Installation Lead Electrician

Staff Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Gauteng is seeking a Solar Installation Lead Electrician to manage solar installation projects. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and hold a QCTO Red Seal Electrician Certification. Responsibilities include liaising with the Technical Support Manager, supervising crew members, and ensuring quality control. This role promises a vibrant work environment with career growth opportunities and a focus on renewable energy initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of previous solar installation experience is required.
• Proven ability to install both roof and ground mount systems.
• Experience with monitoring system setups is essential.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Technical Support Manager for project reviews.
• Supervise crew members to complete projects on time.
• Assemble solar array racking and seal roof penetrations.

Skills

Solar installation experience

Installation of roof and ground mount systems

Experience with micro and string inverters

Customer communication skills

Education

AREP or SAPVIA PV Green card Certification

QCTO Red Seal Electrician Certification

Job description

Solar Installation Lead Electrician Staff Solutions•Gauteng, Elandsfontein

Duties

• Liaise with Technical Support Manager to review project plans and drawings and ensure that the project is build according to design.
• Work with crew members to complete projects within established time frame, policies and procedures.
• Assemble to solar array racking, properly seal all roof penetration, and install all relative equipment.
• Set up solar monitoring system.
• Maintain high levels of quality assurance and quality control with an emphasis on safety, diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions and operational issues.
• Communicate with customers in a professional, considerate, and respectful manner, answering all questions and concerns to the best of your ability.

Requirements

• 3+ years of previous solar installation experience required (applicants with no solar and no extensive electrical experience will not be accepted and or reviewed)
• Experience with installing both roof and ground mount systems
• Experience with micro and string inverters as well as setting up monitoring systems
• AREP (Association for Renewable Energy Practitioners) or SAPVIA PV Green card Certification preferred
• QCTO Red Seal Electrician Certification in the Republic of South Africa