Solar Installation Electrician

Reporting to the relevant manager, the Solar Installation Electrician will maintain accurate records of all work performed and issue Certificates of Compliance after completing installations at an organisation in Ermelo, Mpumalanga.

The team looks after its own and expects the same in return. Training is practical and ongoing rather than a once-off exercise. The team is tight-knit, dependable, and quick to support one another. Ready to apply? Send through your CV and a short introduction.

• Adhere strictly to occupational health and safety regulations including lockout and tagout procedures when working on energised equipment.
• Install and commission solar photovoltaic systems including panel mounting, inverter connection, battery integration, and system configuration.
• Provide guidance and supervision to apprentices and semi-skilled assistants, ensuring they work safely and competently.
• Issue Certificates of Compliance after completing installations or repairs, verifying work meets regulatory requirements.
• Install, connect, and test electrical wiring, conduits, distribution boards, circuit breakers, lighting, and power outlets per SANS 10142.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in industrial machinery, control panels, motor circuits, and building systems using testing equipment.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to systematically diagnose faults and identify root causes rather than just symptoms.
• A valid driver's licence with ability to travel to client sites as required, often carrying tools and equipment.
• Proficiency in using electrical testing instruments including multimeters, insulation testers, earth loop impedance testers, and clamp meters.
• A minimum of three to four years of post-qualification experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or construction.
• Thorough knowledge of SANS 10142 wiring code and the Occupational Health and Safety Act as applied to electrical work.