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Lead Electrician

Job in Germiston, 1401, South Africa
Listing for: University of Fort Hare
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-18
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Electrician/ Electrician Installation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Germiston

Information Technology / Telecommunications

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Lead Electrician to lead the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of solar photovoltaic systems across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. This is a hands‑on role requiring technical expertise, leadership, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

Job Requirements
  • Valid Wireman’s Licence (Installation Electrician) – Mandatory
  • Qualified Red Seal Electrician – Mandatory
  • Solar PV installation experience – Non‑Negotiable
  • Grade 12 Certificate (NQF
    4)
  • Red Seal Electrician Certification (QCTO)
  • Minimum 3 years’ hands‑on solar PV installation experience (roof and ground mount)
  • Experience with micro and string inverters, and solar monitoring systems
  • Advanced MS Office (Excel focus)
  • ERP / MES systems knowledge
  • Inverter testing, PCB replacement, and firmware updates
  • Lithium battery systems: BMS monitoring, alarms analysis, and data reporting
Advantageous
  • National Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (NQF
    6)
  • AREP / SAPVIA PV Green Card Certification
  • Exposure to large‑scale industrial or IPP projects
Job Duties
  • Lead and supervise installation teams, ensuring projects are executed according to design, specifications, and industry standards.
  • Assemble, install, and commission solar arrays, inverters, batteries, and monitoring systems.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot operational issues and system malfunctions.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards (SANS and company policies).
  • Maintain project documentation, including installation records and customer feedback.
  • Monitor costs and material usage to ensure projects are completed within budget.
  • Deliver excellent customer service and address client queries professionally.
Salary

Market‑related, based on experience

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