Solar Technician

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Job Summary We are looking for a seasoned Solar Technician to join a an engineering, procurement, and construction company in Kenya, required to perform electrical and/or mechanical installation works as required by the defined scope of works relating to any project. The Solar Technician will be allocated to a project. Once allocated to a project the assigned Construction Manager with support from the Project Manager will direct on-site works in accordance with engineering department designs and contractual obligations. The Solar Technician will lead all works on site on behalf of the Construction Manager and will report to the Construction Manager for thisxc3x82 Bachelorxc3xa2xe2x82xacxe2x84xa2s Degree in Energy- or Electrical Engineering and/or related technical field. Holds a valid T3 Solar Photovoltaic Technician License. Holds a valid driving License. Experience living and working in Kenya (ideally 2 yearxc3xa2xe2x82xacxe2x84xa2s minimum). Have a proven record of accomplishment (At least 2 years) in similar technical roles. E.g., related to solar PV, CHP, energy storage, wind, and green hydrogen. Sufficient knowledge of IT systems and protocols that are required for solar site commissioning and maintenance. Good at planning site visits, making sure all equipment and tools are available on site. Be proficient with the use of power and precision tools. Must know the hazards involved and the safety precautions to be practiced in the construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of solar power plants. Work within and insure strict adherence to all safety practices and procedures. Must be able to respond to any callouts and system issues. Good data entry/computer skills and report writing. Work as part of a team. You will support the wider teamxc3xa2xe2x82xacxe2x84xa2s core construction activities including: Electrical installation works (single three phase; AC DC; LV MV) Mechanical installation works Termination of electrical connections System fault finding Distribution board assemblies Complete Solar PV System, Solar Thermal System, Generator, Transformer, and Inverter commissioning works. Any site decommissioning works. Assist the Construction Manager in the development of any handover documentation. Action any rigging requirements for a project. Action any transportation requirements for a project. Assist the Construction Manager in managing subcontractor works on site. Maintain Health and Safety compliances during projects. Maintain IEC compliances for all electrical and mechanical project works. Assist in the measurement development of Bill of Quantities for projects. Assist with any operations and maintenance issues on sites under SLA contract with NSE. Tend to any site project works within 5 working days from the date of appointment by Upper Management or Line Manager, inside or outside Kenya. Comply with company ISO 9001 and 45001 standards.

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  • Job Id
    JD1245409
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned