Lead Electrician (PV) - JHB

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Industrial industry is seeking to employ a Lead Electrician to join their team based in Elandsfontein, Gauteng.

Exciting Opportunity:
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team where your skills will make an immediate impact and your career can thrive.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4)
• QCTO Red Seal Electrician - is a must
• Wireman’s License - is a must 
• National Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (NQF 6) – advantageous
• AREP / SAPVIA PV Green Card certification – preferred
• Up to 3 years’ Solar Installation experience (Both roof and ground mount systems)
• Solar experience is a must
• Experience in micro and string inverters and setting up monitoring systems
• Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite – Advanced Excel)
• Other relevant discipline-specific software programs such as: Windows 10; ERP Systems; and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Sound exposure in solar inverter testing (UPS and Rectifier) and PCB replacement
• Knowledge on reading lithium battery BMS data via USB – RS232 / RS485 comms cable and upload to PC (screen clips and saving data)
• Ability to analyse and mark Excel data for BMS alarms and protection events
• Conducting Inverter firmware updates
• Planning and Organizational Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Systematic and Analytical approach to detail
• Pro-active
• Ethical and Flexible
• Customer Focused
• Team Player

• Installation of solar installations and commissioning the photovoltaic system from beginning to end.
• Liaises with the Project Supervisor: Industrial to review project plans and drawings.
• Ensures that the project is built according to design.
• Set up solar monitoring system.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions and operational issues.
• Assemble the solar array racking, properly seal all roof penetrations, and install all relevant equipment.
• Installations will include residential, light commercial grid-tied photovoltaic systems, as well as large scale industrial and IPP scoped project installations.
• Report to, coordinate and collaborate with the Installation Supervisor and Engineering department to install all photovoltaic system components.
• Ensure installations and outcomes are documented / recorded.
• Ensure compliance with applicable specifications and requirements.
• Maintain Operations and Maintenance.
• Ensure outbound logistical process efficiency through prompt repairs.
• Ensure inbound logistical process efficiency through prompt returns.
• Comply with manuals and instructions of process requirements.
• Ensure customer satisfaction / positive feedback is received on services rendered.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and procedures to prevent fruitless, wasteful and irregular expenditure.
• Maintain high levels of quality assurance and quality control, with emphasis on safety.
• Ensure that all installations meet industry standards and codes, SANS and the original design and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and procedures.
• Report risks to the Project Supervisor.
• Ensure availability of documentation and records.
• Monitor cost and expenditure and minimize waste.
• Communicate with customers in a professional manner.
• Ensure that the project is within the budget.
• Work with crew members to complete projects within established timeframes, policies and procedures.
• Cost and expenditure monitored – waste minimized.