Compliance Lead - Solar PV C&I

Smart4Energy is seeking a Compliance Lead - Solar PV C&I in Midrand, South Africa. The role involves overseeing electrical compliance, technical governance, and statutory adherence for large-scale solar PV projects. Key responsibilities include leading compliance audits, ensuring installations meet regulations, and providing technical leadership. Candidates must have a Red Seal Trade Test, be a registered Master Installation Electrician, and have extensive experience in commercial solar PV projects.
Compliance Lead (Master Installation Electrician) - Solar PV C&I

A leading Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar energy provider is seeking an experienced Master Installation Electrician to take ownership of electrical compliance, technical governance, and statutory adherence across large‑scale solar PV projects. This senior leadership role is critical in ensuring that all installations meet South African regulatory, safety, and grid‑connection standards while maintaining the highest levels of workmanship and quality.

Role Overview

The Compliance Lead is responsible for ensuring that all C&I solar PV systems are designed, installed, tested, commissioned, and maintained in full compliance with:

SANS 10142‑1NRS 097 seriesOHS Act & Electrical Installation RegulationsRelevant IEC PV standardsYou will act as the organisation's senior registered electrical authority, providing installation sign‑off, governance oversight, and technical leadership across multiple projects and EPC partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain the organisation's PV Compliance FrameworkLead compliance audits across project sites, EPCs, and subcontractorsOversee method statements, SOPs, commissioning quality plans, and test documentationMaintain internal standards aligned to evolving SANS, NRS, and IEC regulationsProvidesign‑off on:Installation quality and workmanshipTest and inspection resultsCertificates of Compliance (COCs)As‑built drawings and commissioning packsLead root‑cause analysis of non‑conformances, failures, or safety incidentsOversee electrical design compliance reviews (DC, AC, protection, earthing, lightning)Approve inverter configurations, protection grading, and grid‑integration principlesEnsure all equipment meets IEC/SANS certification requirementsAct as primary compliance liaison with:Municipal electrical departmentsUtilities and grid authoritiesClients, consulting engineers, auditors, and project managersLead compliance‑related meetings, FAT/SATs, inspections, and sign‑off processesEnsure legal compliance with OHS Act, Electrical Installation Regulations, and Construction RegulationsOversee lock‑out/tag‑out (LOTO), safe switching, and site electrical safety systemsTrain, assess, and mentor electrical teams and supervisorsMinimum Requirements:

Mandatory Qualifications

Red Seal Trade Test - Electrician (Section 26D)Registered Master Installation Electrician (Department of Employment & Labour)Valid Wireman's Licence with authority to issue and sign COCsRecognised PV/SSEG installer certification (SAPVIA PV GreenCard, EWSETA, or equivalent)Experience

7-10+ years' electrical installation experienceMinimum 5 years in commercial or industrial solar PVProven leadership on C&I solar projects >500 kWpExpert knowledge of:SANS 10142‑1NRS 097 SeriesIEC PV standardsLV/MV system integrationStrong ability to interpret electrical drawings, protection schemes, and layoutsHigh‑quality technical writing skills (audits, reports, compliance documentation)