Senior PV Technician

Senior PV Technician (O&M Oversight)

Upington, Northern Cape | Permanent | Site-Based

A leading renewable energy operator is looking for an experienced Senior PV Technician to join its operations team in Upington.

This is a senior technical oversight role where you will be responsible for ensuring that third-party O&M contractors deliver maintenance activities safely, on time, and in accordance with OEM, regulatory, and operational standards. You will play a key role in maintaining the performance and reliability of Solar PV equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and witness third-party O&M contractor activities across Solar PV and BOS equipment

• Conduct scheduled inspections and QA/QC assessments of maintenance work

• Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance is completed within contractual timelines

• Monitor the condition and performance of substations, inverters, switchgear, trackers, cabling, and associated electrical infrastructure

• Investigate technical issues and coordinate corrective actions with engineering teams and contractors

• Manage work orders through a CMMS system and maintain accurate maintenance records

• Ensure compliance with ORHVS, NRS standards, and all relevant health, safety, and electrical regulations

• Perform LV switching activities where required in accordance with approved procedures

Minimum Requirements

• Trade Tested Electrician

• ORHVS Certified

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical maintenance within the energy sector

• Strong knowledge of Solar PV systems and Balance of System equipment

• Experience working on utility-scale renewable energy projects

• Valid driver’s licence

Advantageous

• N6 or National Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering

• 7+ years’ relevant experience

• Substation and high-voltage electrical equipment experience

• Solar PV certification (PV Green Card)

• GMR2(7) appointment experience

• Knowledge of SCADA

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a technically strong electrical professional who enjoys supervising field activities, holding contractors accountable, and ensuring high standards of workmanship and compliance. Strong reporting, fault-finding, communication, and coordination skills are essential.