Maintenance Electrician - Solar, Pretoria

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 improveefficiency, 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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