Introduction

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.

Duties & Responsibilities

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.

Desired Experience & Qualification

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.

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