Our client, a growing company in the solar energy sector, is seeking a Junior Site Supervisor to support the delivery of safe, compliant and high-quality solar installations. This role is suited to a qualified electrician with strong electrical compliance knowledge who is ready to take on site-based responsibility. The successful candidate will work closely with installation teams, subcontractors and head office to ensure that all work is completed to the required standards and regulations.
Minimum Requirements
- 3-Phase Wireman’s License (non-negotiable)
- Certified and registered to issue and sign off 3-Phase Certificates of Compliance
- Proven experience as a 3-phase installation electrician
- Solid understanding of electrical compliance and Occupational Health and Safety regulations in South Africa
- Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication and client-facing skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Physically fit and comfortable working on active installation sites
- Competent in the use of electrical tools, testing equipment, and hand and power tools
- Valid driver’s license
- Solar PV installation experience will be advantageous
- Previous exposure to supervising teams or subcontractors
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct site inspections before, during and after solar installations or system upgrades
- Perform quality control checks to ensure neat, safe and compliant installations
- Inspect electrical installations and issue or sign off Certificates of Compliance where required
- Identify installation or workmanship issues and report findings to management
- Compile and submit detailed site inspection and quality reports
- Oversee and support subcontractors and installation teams on site
- Assist with solar system fault-finding and troubleshooting
- Act as the on-site point of authority while maintaining communication with coordinators and managers
- Attend to escalated client technical issues that require site intervention
- Participate in standby or after-hours support on a rotational basis for urgent client power issues
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture on all sites
Please apply directly by clicking the apply button or visiting www.placetalent.co.za for more exciting opportunities.If you have not received a response within one week, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will be kept on file for any further suitable positions. 
