Solar Technician - Qualified Electrician
Listed on 2026-09-23
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Electrician/ Electrician Installation, Field/Service Technician -
Energy/Power Generation
Electrician/ Electrician Installation, Renewable Energy, Electricity Generation, Field/Service Technician
Introduction
Our client is a growing commercial solar energy company delivering solar PV and energy solutions to businesses across South Africa.
We are looking for a Solar Technician who is a Qualified Electrician to join their technical team. This is a hands‑on role suited to an electrician who enjoys working in the renewable energy sector and has experience with commercial solar PV installations, fault‑finding, commissioning, and maintenance
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You will be responsible for ensuring solar systems are installed, commissioned, maintained, and operating safely and efficiently.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesInstall, commission, maintain, and repair commercial solar PV systems.
Perform electrical installations, wiring, terminations, and connections.
Install and connect solar inverters, AC/DC distribution boards, protection equipment, and monitoring systems.
Conduct system testing, commissioning, and performance checks.
Diagnose and resolve electrical and solar system faults.
Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on commercial solar installations.
Conduct site inspections and identify electrical, safety, and system‑performance issues.
Perform testing and verification of electrical installations.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, single‑line diagrams, and technical documentation.
Assist with solar PV system upgrades, expansions, and modifications.
Ensure installations comply with applicable electrical regulations, standards, and safety requirements.
- Red Seal:
Electrician - 2-3 years experience
- Experience working on solar installations
R30 000 CTC to R35 000 CTC per month based on experience and qualifications
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