Solar Electrician; Victron Energy

Our client is looking for a qualified Solar Electrician with hands-on Victron Energy experience to join their installation and deployment team. The role involves installing, commissioning, fault-finding, and maintaining solar PV, battery storage, inverter, and backup power systems at project sites nationwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, test, commission, and maintain solar PV and backup power systems.
• Configure and commission Victron Energy inverters, batteries, and monitoring equipment.
• Perform AC and DC electrical installation work.
• Conduct fault-finding, diagnostics, and maintenance.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, neatly, and in compliance with electrical standards.
• Travel to project sites across South Africa and work as part of a deployment team.

Minimum Requirements:

• Qualified Electrician with a recognised trade qualification.
• Approximately 2+ years' experience in electrical and/or solar installations.
• Practical experience with Victron Energy systems is essential.
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport.
• Able to communicate effectively in Afrikaans and English.
• Willing to travel extensively and stay away from home when required.

Advantageous:

• Wireman's Licence / Installation Electrician registration.
• Experience issuing or supporting Electrical Certificates of Compliance (CoCs).
• Solar PV, inverter, battery storage, or renewable energy certifications.
• Experience with lithium battery systems, hybrid/off-grid installations, and monitoring platforms.

Ideal Candidate:

A hands‑on, reliable electrician with solar installation experience who takes pride in quality workmanship, enjoys working in a team environment, and is comfortable travelling to project sites throughout South Africa.