Solar Electrician – Victron Energy Specialist

About the role

Our client is seeking a qualified Solar Electrician with hands‑on Victron Energy experience to join their installation and deployment team. The role involves installing, commissioning, fault‑finding and maintaining solar PV, battery storage, inverter and backup power systems at project sites nationwide.

Key responsibilities

• Install, test, commission and maintain solar PV and backup power systems.
• Configure and commission Victron Energy inverters, batteries and monitoring equipment.
• Perform AC and DC electrical installation work.
• Conduct fault‑finding, diagnostics and routine maintenance.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards and electrical regulations.
• Travel to project sites across South Africa and work as part of a deployment team.

Required profile

• Qualified Electrician with a recognised trade qualification.
• Minimum 2 + years experience in electrical and/or solar installations.
• Practical experience with Victron Energy systems is essential.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Willingness to travel extensively and stay away from home when required.

Required skills

• Victron Energy system configuration and commissioning.
• AC and DC electrical installation for solar PV and battery storage.
• Solar PV and inverter installation and testing.
• Fault‑finding, diagnostics and maintenance of renewable‑energy equipment.
• Interpretation of electrical drawings and technical documentation.