Field Service Engineer – Solar (Northern Cape & Cape Town)

About the role

Candi is expanding its solar footprint across South Africa and seeks energetic field service professionals to maintain and optimise rooftop solar assets. You will be the first point of contact for on‑site issues, ensuring reliable operation of solar and battery systems for our business customers.

Key responsibilities

• Perform plant maintenance and on‑site troubleshooting for assigned solar systems.
• Lead primary response to plant issues, manage CMMS tickets and coordinate contractor/OEM support.
• Prepare and submit site inspection, maintenance, and intervention reports.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards in collaboration with the Candi HSE team.
• Assist project managers with contractor supervision, construction milestone verification, and plant commissioning.
• Manage local tools, spares, and logistical functions for assets.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification such as BTech, Electrical, PV Installer & Commissioning or PV Greencard.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the PV industry or related technical fields.
• Hands‑on experience with AC/DC power systems, IT systems, SCADA and industrial automation.
• Ability to diagnose issues, troubleshoot and optimise system performance.
• Willingness to travel frequently to sites and work in a multicultural, international environment.

Required skills

• Electrical engineering (BTech or equivalent)
• PV installation and commissioning
• AC/DC power systems
• IT systems
• SCADA
• Industrial automation
• CMMS usage