Senior PV Technician
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Energy/Power Generation
Electricity Generation, Renewable Energy, Electrical Engineering, Field/Service Technician
Senior PV Technician (O&M Oversight)
Upington, Northern Cape | Permanent | Site-Based
A leading renewable energy operator is looking for an experienced Senior PV Technician to join its operations team in Upington.
This is a senior technical oversight role where you will be responsible for ensuring that third-party O&M contractors deliver maintenance activities safely, on time, and in accordance with OEM, regulatory, and operational standards. You will play a key role in maintaining the performance and reliability of Solar PV equipment.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee and witness third-party O&M contractor activities across Solar PV and BOS equipment
- Conduct scheduled inspections and QA/QC assessments of maintenance work
- Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance is completed within contractual timelines
- Monitor the condition and performance of substations, inverters, switch gear, trackers, cabling, and associated electrical infrastructure
- Investigate technical issues and coordinate corrective actions with engineering teams and contractors
- Manage work orders through a CMMS system and maintain accurate maintenance records
- Ensure compliance with ORHVS, NRS standards, and all relevant health, safety, and electrical regulations
- Perform LV switching activities where required in accordance with approved procedures
- Trade Tested Electrician
- ORHVS Certified
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical maintenance within the energy sector
- Strong knowledge of Solar PV systems and Balance of System equipment
- Experience working on utility-scale renewable energy projects
- Valid driver’s licence
- N6 or National Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- 7+ years’ relevant experience
- Substation and high-voltage electrical equipment experience
- Solar PV certification (PV Green Card)
- GMR2(7) appointment experience
- Knowledge of SCADA
The ideal candidate is a technically strong electrical professional who enjoys supervising field activities, holding contractors accountable, and ensuring high standards of workmanship and compliance. Strong reporting, fault-finding, communication, and coordination skills are essential.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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