StarTimes Group

Job Title: Solar Technical Representatives

Reports to: Solar Technical Team Manager

StarTimes Group is looking for experienced Solar Field Technicians to join its vibrant Off Grid Solar Technical Sales Representatives.

Objective of the Position: The Solar Technical Sales Representatives will be responsible for the supervision of a specified number of system installation, servicing, and maintenance teams of Solar PV and energy storage systems.

The successful candidates should have a very keen understanding and implementation of structural and electrical engineering concepts and have a hands on experience on the same.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Estimating, budgeting, designing, and project management of Solar PV installation and maintenance contracts.
• Recruitment and Supervision of a vibrant team of Installation Agents to work with you in meeting the orders and reaching out to new clients.
• Participate in site assessments to assess suitability for solar panel installation
• Preparation of material schedule summary reports, electrical plans, technical specifications, line diagrams, and other project documentation for management review.
• Design and installation of Solar Power Backups systems and solar PV systems and home systems based on customer needs and site specifications.
• Supervision of the installation of racking, solar panels, electrical components, and wiring, ensuring proper functionality and safety.
• Supervision of electrical wiring and grounding according to code requirements.
• Ensure proper testing and validation the installation and verify performance and efficiency.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on solar systems and troubleshoot any issues.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all installation and maintenance activities.
• Work effectively with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient installation process.
• Provide service and customer support during field visits and also provide reports on client feedback.
• Tie workflow to schedules and ensure timelines are met.
• Manage site surveys, call-outs and maintenance effectively.
• Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions.
• Commissioning of solar systems.
• Follow all Health Safety Environment and Quality guidelines for work safety, and actively participate in preparation meetings for upcoming projects.
• Assist Sales Department in Business Development by introducing new clients
• Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Qualifications / Skills / Competencies:

• A Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or any other qualification with considerable experience in solar sales and installation.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the solar industry, with leading solar products service providers is an added advantage.

You might have an added advantage if you have a:

• Have a T1, T2 or T3 or equivalent qualification.
• Have a minimum of 2 years' experience in solar panel installation or a related field.
• Have knowledge of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and their components.
• Have a working knowledge of electrical fundamentals according to Occupational Safety and Health regulations.
• Are able to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Have experience working at heights and in various weather conditions.
• Should have excellent physical condition with the ability to lift and carry heavy equipment.

• Estimating, budgeting, designing, and project management of Solar PV installation and maintenance contracts.
• Recruitment and Supervision of a vibrant team of Installation Agents to work with you in meeting the orders and reaching out to new clients.
• Participate in site assessments to assess suitability for solar panel installation
• Preparation of material schedule summary reports, electrical plans, technical specifications, line diagrams, and other project documentation for management review.
• Design and installation of Solar Power Backups systems and solar PV systems and home systems based on customer needs and site specifications.
• Supervision of the installation of racking, solar panels, electrical components, and wiring, ensuring proper functionality and safety.
• Supervision of electrical wiring and grounding according to code requirements.
• Ensure proper testing and validation the installation and verify performance and efficiency.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on solar systems and troubleshoot any issues.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all installation and maintenance activities.
• Work effectively with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient installation process.
• Provide service and customer support during field visits and also provide reports on client feedback.
• Tie workflow to schedules and ensure timelines are met.
• Manage site surveys, call-outs and maintenance effectively.
• Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions.
• Commissioning of solar systems.
• Follow all Health Safety Environment and Quality guidelines for work safety, and actively participate in preparation meetings for upcoming projects.
• Assist Sales Department in Business Development by introducing new clients
• Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

• Structural and electrical engineering concepts
• Hands-on experience in structural and electrical engineering
• Estimating
• Budgeting
• Designing
• Project management
• Recruitment
• Supervision
• Site assessments
• Material schedule summary reports preparation
• Electrical plans preparation
• Technical specifications preparation
• Line diagrams preparation
• Solar Power Backups systems design and installation
• Solar PV systems design and installation
• Home systems design and installation
• Racking installation supervision
• Solar panel installation supervision
• Electrical component installation supervision
• Wiring supervision
• Electrical wiring supervision
• Grounding supervision
• Testing and validation of installations
• Performance and efficiency verification
• Preventative maintenance of solar systems
• Troubleshooting of solar system issues
• Documentation of installation and maintenance activities
• Teamwork
• Service and customer support
• Client feedback reporting
• Workflow management
• Timeline management
• Site survey management
• Call-out management
• Maintenance management
• Error diagnosis
• Technical problem diagnosis
• Solution determination
• Commissioning of solar systems
• Health Safety Environment and Quality guidelines adherence
• Business development assistance
• New client introduction

• Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or any other qualification with considerable experience in solar sales and installation.
• T1, T2 or T3 or equivalent qualification (advantageous)
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in solar panel installation or a related field (advantageous)
• Knowledge of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and their components (advantageous)
• Working knowledge of electrical fundamentals according to Occupational Safety and Health regulations (advantageous)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics (advantageous)
• Experience working at heights and in various weather conditions (advantageous)
• Excellent physical condition with the ability to lift and carry heavy equipment (advantageous)