Solar Technicians

InspHired Recruitment is seeking Solar Technicians in Observatory, Cape Town. Responsibilities include assessing locations for solar panel installation, performing maintenance, diagnosing issues, and preparing technical reports. Candidates should possess an N3 qualification in electrical subjects, have at least 3 years of experience in renewable energy, and hold a Code B driver’s license. The role offers a salary between R25,000 and R32,000 per month.
Our client in the Renewable Energy industry is currently looking for Solar Technicians, in Observatory, Cape Town.



Responsibilities:



Assessing locations to ensure they are suitable for solar panels.
Measuring up areas for installation.
Adjusting building surfaces so panels fit and are adequately supported.
Installing and maintaining solar panels on business premises both commercial and industrial.
Connecting solar panels to an electrical system.
Grounding electrical equipment and checking wiring.
Performing maintenance checks and fixing solar panels.
Diagnose and replace PV panels.
Diagnose, test, repair and/or replace cables, cable inter-connections, PV junction/string boxes, connectors and fuses in PV systems.
Diagnose, test, repair and/or replace transformers.
Maintain solar/diesel Hybrid system, including batteries.
Apply root cause analysis techniques on all major and reoccurring faults.
Investigate technical failures and prepare formal technical report.



Requirements:

Have a good understanding and perception of integrated systems and how to apply effect fault finding techniques in such a system.
Very good written and oral communication skills.
Well-organized and responsive in all communications including clear, concise e-mails; adept at writing technical reports and policies.
Good team player; able to balance team and individual responsibilities.
Able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Able to manage stress and high-pressure situation.
Able to handle multiple projects, prioritize work and work effectively under limited supervision.
Minimum of an N3 (or NQF equivalent) with electrical subjects; N6 or ND) or NQF equivalent) is preferred.
Red Seal and Wireman’s certification preferred.
Minimum 3 years’ renewable energy solar EPC experience
Working knowledge of PV plants is an advantage.
Experience in switching LV, MV and HV systems.
Working knowledge of power system protection.
Able to read and interpret single line diagrams and schematics.
Code B driver’s license required.



Remuneration:

R25 000 - R32 000 per month.