Field Technician (Engineering - Solar)

My client provides services to operators of large utility scale solar projects. My client has an opportunity for a field technician to join the team.

Job Description

 Office based work which includes: administration, report writing and working with meteorological

instruments and data loggers;

 Remote on-site field work and work on utility scale solar plants;

 The candidate will travel every second week to a site (typically for 5 consecutive days);

 Manage projects (from travel arrangements to execution of work on site and client liaison);

 My client will provide all the required in-house training.

Minimum requirements

 Diploma in mechatronics or electrical engineering and relevant technical experience,

 Good English proficiency,

 Valid driver’s License,

 Own reliable transport,

 Excellent health,

The following will be beneficial but not a requirement

 Previous experience with data loggers, meteorological equipment, solar sensors or calibrations in

general.

 Two years previous work experience (of any nature).

 Strong report writing skills (attention to detail).

 Preference will be given to candidates who currently reside within the Western Cape.

The candidate that we are looking for will have the following characteristics

 Meticulous attention to detail

 Self-motivated to 100% task completion

 Proactive problem-solver

 Disciplined work ethic

 Enthusiastic for frequent travelling

 Strong independent worker (the candidate typically travels to sites on their own)

 Hands-on / practical

Applications without the following information will be rejected

 Filled in Applicant Form (see next page);

 Detailed CV including a recent photo;

 Academic records;

 At least two references (with main and alternative contact numbers and email address) – more than

two references are preferred;

 Details on previous work experience (including holiday or casual work);

 Salary expectation.

Who should apply for this position?

 Young technicians that are looking to start a career of seeking a career change and join a small and

energetic company that provides services in the fast-expanding field of Solar Energy.

 Candidates that enjoy travelling and working in remote locations and who can work independently.

This position requires the candidate to be in the field at least 2 weeks per month (every second week:

one week in the office and one week on site).

 People with an eagerness to learn and who are self-motivated.

Who should not apply for this position?

 Candidates that plan to study part time and require to attend classes in person (the travel schedule

does not allow for this).

 Candidates that prefer an office based (non-travel) position.

 Candidates that are unable to commute reliably to Stellenbosch daily.

If you meet the requirements, please send your CV with availability and salary expectations to hrkonsult@live.co.za.