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Pillangó Placements

Solar Project Manager

Pillangó Placements

  • R Undisclosed
  • Permanent Junior position
  • Johannesburg North (Johannesburg North)
  • Posted 09 Sep 2025 by Pillangó Placements
  • Expires in 26 days
  • Job 2621837 - Ref PTA003492

About the position

Are you passionate about renewable energy and experienced in delivering solar projects from concept to completion? We’re looking for a highly skilled and motivated Solar Project Manager to join a growing team and play a key role in the clean energy transition.
About the Role:

As a Solar Project Manager, you will take ownership of residential, commercial, or industrial solar PV projects from initial client consultation through to final commissioning. You’ll be responsible for solution design, planning, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring timely and on-budget delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the full lifecycle of solar PV projects, from design and procurement to installation and commissioning
  • Conduct site assessments and develop tailored solar solutions
  • Coordinate internal teams, contractors, and suppliers to meet project timelines and standards
  • Ensure compliance with electrical regulations and industry best practices
  • Provide technical and project updates to clients and stakeholders
  • Maintain project documentation and reports
  • Travel to sites as required (own transport essential)

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in the solar PV industry (essential)
  • Relevant electrical qualifications (e.g., licensed electrician, CEC accreditation preferred)
  • Project management experience in a technical or construction environment
  • Strong background in solar system design and solution development
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
  • Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to a dynamic work environment

Desirable:

  • Familiarity with solar design software (e.g., PVSyst, Helioscope)
  • Knowledge of battery storage systems and hybrid solutions
  • Health and Safety certification (e.g., White Card, First Aid)

Why Apply?

  • Be part of a purpose-driven team making a real impact on the environment
  • Opportunity to lead innovative projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors
  • Supportive, forward-thinking work culture

The salary bracket for the role is around R35k - R40k CTC p/m. Note that it is the client's prerogative, regardless of advertised package, to offer a market related salary considering the candidate's qualifications, skills, and level of experience.

Desired Skills:

  • solar
  • project manager
  • electrician
  • renewable

Pillangó Placements

About the agency

Pillangó Placements has been operating since 1999 and, since then, we have successfully recruited in various industries including finance, retail, engineering, IT, health, logistics, insurance and office support. The name Pillangó represents transformation, hope and positive change.

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