Calibration Technician

A well established company based in Stellenbosch has an opportunity for a recently qualified technician or a candidate with 1 -3 years experience in the solar energy sector to join their company.

Job Description

• Perform on-site calibration of weather station instruments at utility-scale solar PV plants. Many sites are in remote areas in South Africa and abroad
• Work with solar and meteorological sensors, data loggers, calibration equipment, calibration hardware and associated software
• Take responsibility for calibration projects, including planning, travel arrangements, on-site execution, documentation and client liaison
• Travel to project sites approximately every second week, typically for five consecutive days at a time
• Prepare and check calibration reports and associated documentation
• Full in-house training will be provided

Minimum requirements

• Matric with a technical qualification and/or relevant technical experience (Mechatronics / Electronics / IT)
• Good English proficiency
• Valid driver’s License
• Own reliable transport
• Physically able to perform fieldwork at remote outdoor sites and to travel frequently

Beneficial Skills

• Previous experience with data loggers, meteorological equipment, solar sensors or calibrations in general
• A general interest in quality control
• Strong report writing skills (attention to detail)

Candidate Characteristics

• Meticulous, with excellent attention to detail
• Self-motivated and committed to completing tasks properly
• A proactive problem-solver
• Disciplined and reliable
• Enthusiastic about frequent travel
• Comfortable working independently, including travelling to sites alone
• Hands-on and practically minded
• Eager to learn