Solar Installation & Maintenance Support, Mpumalanga

Greenlight Planet Inc.; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun King at Greenlight Planet is seeking a motivated team member for Solar Installation & Maintenance Support in Mpumalanga, South Africa. The role involves facilitating solar installations from site assessment to activation and ensuring compliance with SA safety regulations.

A company vehicle may be used for installation sites and related travel. The candidate should have a Diploma or certificate in Electrical Engineering or related field, a valid SA driver’s license, and knowledge of PV

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Valid South African driver's license.
• Experience in technical and electrical troubleshooting or solar energy desirable.
• Good knowledge of electrical fundamentals, circuitry and PV components.

Responsibilities

• Assist with solar installations from site assessment to system activation.
• Follow safety regulations and standards for SA.
• Document electrical system specifications and installation guidelines with the engineering team.
• Identify opportunities to improve installation procedures and reduce issues.
• Share knowledge with colleagues, installers and customers.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PV systems knowledge

Electrical fundamentals

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Diploma or certificate in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Trenching equipment

Job description

Solar Installation & Maintenance Support, Mpumalanga

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: South Africa

Description

Location: Mpumalanga, South Afica

About the Role: Sun King is looking for a motivated team member to join our team in driving the adoption of clean energy solutions in South Africa. The incumbent will be facilitating solar installations; from site assessment to system activation, and ensuring compliance with all South African safety regulations and standards. This role also requires the ability to self-drive a company vehicle to installation sites and other work-related locations.

What you would be expected to do

System Installation

• Assist with electrical installations and related issues related to the grid, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, inverters, monitoring systems by:
  • Digging holes and trenches, planting poles and laying cables in trenches, chasing and cutting walls and concrete floors for conduit, cleaning the working areas.
  • Installing and fixing of flush and surface mounted wireways and ancillary equipment installing cables including the fitting of glands, making off and securing such cables.
  • Assisting with erecting and joining luminaires; assisting with operating a trenching machine when needed, once trained.
• Work with the engineering team to document electrical system specifications, installation guidelines, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend enhancements to streamline installation procedures and minimize electrical issues.
• Disseminate knowledge and expertise with colleagues, installers, and customers to enhance their knowledge of solar electrical systems and promote best practices.
• Assisting the master installation electrician.
• Any other business as assigned by your supervisor.

You might be a strong candidate if you

• Have a Diploma or certificate in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Have a valid South African driver's license.
• Have previous experience in technical and electrical troubleshooting, or the solar energy industry; this is highly desirable.
• Have good knowledge of electrical fundamentals, circuitry, and photovoltaic system component
• Have excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• Are familiar with solar PV components, including solar panels, inverters, charge controllers, and batteries.
• Employ a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and troubleshooting electrical issues.
• Have a good work ethic with a willingness to learn and take initiative.

What Sun King offers

• Professional growth in a dynamic, rapidly expanding, high-social-impact industry
• An open-minded, collaborative culture made up of enthusiastic colleagues who are driven by the challenge of innovation towards profound impact on people and the planet.
• A truly multicultural experience: you will have the chance to work with and learn from people from different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds.
• Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader, manager, and professional through the Sun Center for Leadership.