# Solar Installation & Maintenance Support, Johannesburg at Greenlightplanet

> Onsite · South Africa · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Agreenlightplanet%3A533759 (read 2026-11-08).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Greenlightplanet](https://alderhq.app/companies/greenlightplanet)
- Location text: South Africa
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Onsite · South Africa (evidence: "Location: South Africa")
- Posted: already open when tracking began; date unknown
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-07
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://sunking.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/03d52c42-4108-4520-a63b-9436f8fb4171

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: not posted

## Description (the employer's text)

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

### About the Role

Sun King is looking for a motivated team member to join our team in driving the adoption of clean energy solutions in South Africa. The incumbent will be facilitating solar installations; from site assessment to system activation, and ensuring compliance with all South African safety regulations and standards.

This role also requires the ability to self-drive a company vehicle to installation sites and other work-related locations.

### Responsibilities

System Installation

- Assist with electrical installations and related issues related to the grid, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, inverters, monitoring systems by:
- Digging holes and trenches, planting poles and laying cables in trenches, chasing and cutting walls and concrete floors for conduit, cleaning the working areas.
- Installing and fixing of flush and surface mounted wireways and ancillary equipment installing cables including the fitting of glands, making off and securing such cables.
- Assisting with erecting and joining luminaires; assisting with operating a trenching machine when needed, once trained.
- Work with the engineering team to document electrical system specifications, installation guidelines, and best practices.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend enhancements to streamline installation procedures and minimize electrical issues.
- Disseminate knowledge and expertise with colleagues, installers, and customers to enhance their knowledge of solar electrical systems and promote best practices.
- Assisting the master installation electrician.
- Any other business as assigned by your supervisor.
### Skills

- Have a Diploma or certificate in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Have a valid South African driver's license.
- Have previous experience in technical and electrical troubleshooting, or the solar energy industry; this is highly desirable.
- Have good knowledge of electrical fundamentals, circuitry, and photovoltaic system component
- Have excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
- Are familiar with solar PV components, including solar panels, inverters, charge controllers, and batteries.
- Employ a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and troubleshooting electrical issues.
- Have a good work ethic with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
### Benefits

- Professional growth in a dynamic, rapidly expanding, high-social-impact industry
- An open-minded, collaborative culture made up of enthusiastic colleagues who are driven by the challenge of innovation towards profound impact on people and the planet.
- A truly multicultural experience: you will have the chance to work with and learn from people from different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds.
- Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader, manager, and professional through the Sun Center for Leadership.

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