Solar Lead Installation Electrician - Cape Town

Boardroom Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a Solar Lead Installation Electrician based in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have extensive solar installation experience and relevant electrical certifications. Responsibilities include overseeing installations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and communicating with clients professionally.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of solar installation experience required.
• Experience with roof and ground mount systems.
• Certificate in Electrical Engineering or related qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead solar installations and coordinate with the team.
• Ensure safety and efficiency standards are met.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose system issues.

Skills

Solar installation experience

Electrical expertise

Quality assurance

Education

QCTO Red Seal Electrician Certification

AREP/SAPVIA PV Green card Certification

Job description

About the job Solar Lead Installation Electrician - Cape Town

• 3+ years of previous solar installation experience required (applicants with no solar and no extensive electrical experience will not be accepted 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)/SAPVIA PV Green card Certification preferred.
• QCTO Red Seal Electrician Certification in the Republic of South Africa.

Responsibilities:

• As Lead Solar PV Installer, your main responsibility will be solar installations.
• You must be an electrically minded individual to work in the field installing residential and light commercial grid-tied photovoltaic (PV) systems.
• The Lead PV Installer will be responsible for installing and commissioning the photovoltaic system from start to finish. You will report and coordinate with the Technical Support Manager, work alongside other crew members, and install all photovoltaic system components to ensure a fully functional photovoltaic system that meets safety, quality, efficiency standards, and conformance to SANS and original design specifications.
• Review project plans and drawings with the Technical Support Manager to ensure the build aligns with the design.
• Work with crew members to complete projects within established timeframes, policies, and procedures.
• Assemble solar array racking, properly seal all roof penetrations, and install related equipment.
• Set up solar monitoring systems.
• Maintain high standards of quality assurance and control, with an emphasis on safety. Diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions and operational issues.
• Communicate professionally, considerately, and respectfully with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns to the best of your ability.