Electrical Technician

Responsibilities:

• Supervise/carry out the installation of solar PV systems, including electrical wiring, mounting of inverters and panels, testing, installation of main switches and other standard commercial and residential electrical work
• Act as part of the team during installations, ensuring efficient, safe and quality work with adherence to
• Alterna’s high standard of installation, best practices and regulatory requirements
• Conduct site visits to ensure all pre-installation requirements are met
• Work directly with Alterna staff, contractors, consultants and partners, providing pre/post-sales support, training and advice on solar PV design and installation requirements and standards
• Monitor and assess the quality of solar PV installations carried out by Alterna installers and contractors, including regular desktop and on-site audits of installations
• Identify (e.g. pick lists) products/components required for commercial projects
• Remain up-to-date with requirements and best practices relating to solar PV design and installations and implement changes when necessary to ensure installations meet standards
• Manage after-sales service for all divisions of the business, including investigating and following up on customer performance enquiries and installation warranty claims
• Help develop the documentation, manuals and best practice guidelines
• Adhere to all Occupational Health Safety & welfare requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• NEMSA Registration 
• Electrical maintenance Trade Test certification required
• Good knowledge of the PV solar industry or willingness to learn
• Strong technical knowledge
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet project deadlines (time and budget)
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Self-motivated with good time management skills and the ability to prioritise your workload
• Focus on customer service
• Good initiative and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Trustworthiness and discretion when handling confidential information
• A smart appearance and professional manner
• Passionate about the environment and solar energy
• Other electrical accreditations are a plus.
  
• Ability/willingness to work at Heights