South Africa

Installation Electrician / Foreman, Johannesburg

Installation Electrician / Foreman, Johannesburg
Description
Full-time· On-site · NBCEI Yellow Card Required · 2+ Years Solar Experience

Requirements Overview

Yellow Card:

DOL/NTC Registration

Experience:

2+ Years Solar Experience

Education:

Grade 12 Minimum

CoC:

Single&Three Phase Authority

About ATSolar Founded in 2021 by

Quentin Gascoigne

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AT Group of Companies , ATSolar is South Africa’s industry-leading green renewable energy company, delivering ultra‑modern, high‑tech, supreme‑quality solar and electrical installations across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Our vision is to be the worldwide industry leader and trailblazer of green renewable energy. We are a staff‑driven, process‑focused company –

quality control is the cornerstone of every process .

Role Overview We are seeking a qualified and experienced

Installation Electrician / Foreman (Yellow Card)

to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for skilled electrical installation, maintenance, and fault‑finding on electrical systems, with a strong focus on solar and renewable energy. This role carries the authority to issue Certificates of Compliance (CoC) for single and three phase systems, and requires the ability to lead and supervise a site team. All electrical work must be executed per approved design packs under MIE general control and in compliance with the Electrical Installations Regulations, 2009.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct site inspections, participate in the design process, and maintain accurate administrative records daily.

Install DC/AC wiring, solar components, inverters, batteries, protection devices, and distribution boards per approved design packs.

Perform continuity and insulation resistance (IR) tests; ensure layout, quality, and labelling conform to the design package.

Carry out scheduled maintenance, identify and repair electrical faults, and document all activities on the day of work.

Perform final hardware installation, connection, and testing of PV systems, AC/DC, DCs, and supporting components.

Complete software set‑up, system settings, online links, and supplier integration for commissioned systems.

Conduct all tests for single and three phase CoC; issue CoC only on satisfactory test outcomes.

Allocate daily tasks, conduct toolbox talks, and report daily progress to MIE / Project Manager.

Complete job cards, inspection reports, vehicle checklists, and all documentation accurately and on time.

Build and maintain strong customer relationships through professional service delivery.

Lead, mentor, and support team members; ensure adherence to company policies.

Comply with OHS Act and ATSolar safety requirements; ensure correct PPE usage at all times.

Qualifications&Requirements

Education:

Grade 12 / NQF Level 3–

ESSENTIAL

Registration:

DoL/DTIC Installation Electrician– Yellow Card (single phase) –

ESSENTIAL

Solar Experience:

Minimum 2 years in the solar industry–

ESSENTIAL

Driver's Licence:

Valid Code B–

REQUIRED

NBCEI Card:

NBCEI Electrician registration card–

REQUIRED

First Aid:

First Aid Level 1–

ADVANTAGEOUS

Software:

MS Office (intermediate); project site management apps; solar design systems–

REQUIRED

Test Instruments:

Multimeter, insulation tester, clamp meter, energy loggers–

REQUIRED

Leadership:

Team supervision, mentoring, and foreman management skills–

REQUIRED

Career Goal:

Actively pursuing or willing to pursue Master Installation Electrician (Red Card)–

ADVANTAGEOUS

What We Offer

Remuneration:

NBCEI minimum rate/hr (Tier 1, Gauteng) plus all specified NBCEI benefits

Career Pathway:

Clear development pathway towards Master Installation Electrician (Red Card)

Training:

Employer‑provided training, Health&Safety certification, and First Aid Level 1

Technology:

Work with industry‑leading solar technology and premium partners (SolarEdge, Tesla, Victron, Fronius, SunSynk)

Culture:

Staff‑driven, accountable team – quality and compliance are our cornerstone

Impact:

Contribute directly to South Africa's renewable energy future

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