Maintenance Electrician - Solar
Company
Legends
Location
Pretoria
Posted
2 hours ago
Via
via Adzuna
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Job Description
Maintenance Electrician - Solar
About the Company
A full-service engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance (EPCM) provider delivering end-to-end solar energy solutions for agricultural and commercial clients. The business offers turnkey power solutions, integrating solar generation, energy storage, and advanced technologies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure a reliable energy supply. With a strong footprint across Southern Africa, the company supports clients from initial design through to installation and ongoing maintenance.
Role Overview
The Maintenance Electrician will be responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and executing maintenance activities across multiple solar sites nationwide. This role combines hands-on electrical work with administrative and planning responsibilities, ensuring optimal system performance, minimal downtime, and adherence to safety and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Plan, schedule, and track preventative and reactive maintenance across multiple sites
• Coordinate maintenance runs and ensure timely completion of service activities
• Perform electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repairs on solar PV systems and associated infrastructure
• Monitor system performance and identify potential issues before failures occur
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, reports, and site data
• Liaise with internal teams, project managers, and clients regarding maintenance schedules and site performance
• Ensure all work complies with relevant safety regulations and electrical standards
• Provide on-site leadership when required and support junior technicians
• Assist with installations and commissioning where necessary
Minimum Requirements
• Electrical qualification (N2/N3 or equivalent)
• 3-phase qualification preferred (or strong 3-phase experience)
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance (solar experience advantageous)
• Ability to manage administrative tasks (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively across South Africa
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Advantageous
• Trade Test (Red Seal)
• Experience with solar PV systems, inverters, and battery storage
• Knowledge of pumps and motors
• Understanding of maintenance planning and scheduling
Key Competencies
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Leadership ability with a hands-on approach
• Team player with good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple sites
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Working Conditions
• Based in Pretoria
• Frequent travel to sites across South Africa
• Combination of office-based admin and on-site technical work
About the Company
A full-service engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance (EPCM) provider delivering end-to-end solar energy solutions for agricultural and commercial clients. The business offers turnkey power solutions, integrating solar generation, energy storage, and advanced technologies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure a reliable energy supply. With a strong footprint across Southern Africa, the company supports clients from initial design through to installation and ongoing maintenance.
Role Overview
The Maintenance Electrician will be responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and executing maintenance activities across multiple solar sites nationwide. This role combines hands-on electrical work with administrative and planning responsibilities, ensuring optimal system performance, minimal downtime, and adherence to safety and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Plan, schedule, and track preventative and reactive maintenance across multiple sites
• Coordinate maintenance runs and ensure timely completion of service activities
• Perform electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repairs on solar PV systems and associated infrastructure
• Monitor system performance and identify potential issues before failures occur
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, reports, and site data
• Liaise with internal teams, project managers, and clients regarding maintenance schedules and site performance
• Ensure all work complies with relevant safety regulations and electrical standards
• Provide on-site leadership when required and support junior technicians
• Assist with installations and commissioning where necessary
Minimum Requirements
• Electrical qualification (N2/N3 or equivalent)
• 3-phase qualification preferred (or strong 3-phase experience)
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance (solar experience advantageous)
• Ability to manage administrative tasks (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively across South Africa
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Advantageous
• Trade Test (Red Seal)
• Experience with solar PV systems, inverters, and battery storage
• Knowledge of pumps and motors
• Understanding of maintenance planning and scheduling
Key Competencies
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Leadership ability with a hands-on approach
• Team player with good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple sites
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Working Conditions
• Based in Pretoria
• Frequent travel to sites across South Africa
• Combination of office-based admin and on-site technical work
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