Location: Johannesburg, On-Site, Full Time

Electech Power Solutions is looking for a qualified and experienced candidate to fill the role of Solar Electrical Technician at their Johannesburg Head Office. This incumbent will be reportingto the General Manager – Projects.

The main scope for this position is to support our installation, maintenance, and technical support operations. The ideal candidate will ensure high standards of system quality and performance through hands-on support during installations, ongoing maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting. You will also support our partnered brands – EMS (metering), LS (switchgear) and Phambili (Weidmuller) – under the EPS portfolio by providing technical assistance and post-installation services.

The key tasks & responsibilities for this position are to:

Delivery & Scheduling

• Conduct quality assurance checks during solar PV installations to ensure compliance with safety standards, design specifications, and best practices
• Perform repairs and maintenance of solar systems, including inverters, panels, cabling, and protective equipment
• Conduct post-installation inspections, ensuring systems are performing as designed and all workmanship is up to standard
• Assist with technical fault reporting, documentation, and escalation to internal teams or OEMs when required
• Perform meter installations and commissioning activities per regulatory requirements
• Identify and document snags during and after installation and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Carry out preventative maintenance and develop a proactive service checklist for installed systems
• Support the projects team with site assessments to determine solar installation feasibility
• Provide technical support to the EMS, LS and Phambili brands under Electech Power Solutions, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, and customer training when needed
• Ensure compliance with local electrical codes (SANS 10142, NRS 097-2-1) and company quality standards
• Work safely on rooftops, at heights, and within commercial environments with appropriate PPE and practices
• Training will be provided to the candidate where necessary to fulfil the role if not proficient in all key responsibilities

Education and Experience

• Qualified Electrician (Trade Test Certificate)
• Valid Wireman’s License (Phase 3 preferred)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in solar PV installations (commercial/industrial preferred)
• Hands-on experience with solar inverters, AC/DC systems, combiner boxes, and metering equipment
• Familiarity with post-installation inspection, system fault reporting, and maintenance protocols
• Previous experience providing technical support to clients or brands is advantageous

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of solar PV components, performance testing, and maintenance practices
• Proficient with electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and system layouts
• Ability to use test equipment (multimeters, insulation testers, IV curve tracers, etc.)
• Working knowledge of metering systems preferred
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance
• Logical thinker with good fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Able to work independently and in teams under tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional, reliable, and solutions-oriented

Should you think that you would fit the above requirements, please click apply and attached your your detailed CV on or before the 20 July 2026.
Should you not receive any feedback from Electech Power Solutions within 3 weeks of applying, please consider your application as unsuccessful.