Electrical Construction Supervisor - Solar

Reference: JN -022026-73380_1771504895

Join a global leader in low-carbon energy as they rapidly expand their renewable energy footprint across Southern Africa. As the Construction Supervisor - Electrical, you will be the central point of coordination for all electrical construction activities, ensuring the high-quality, safe, and on-schedule delivery of critical infrastructure including substations and switching stations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Electrical Management: Oversee the construction of electrical reticulation networks, substations, and Eskom switching stations.
  • Contractor Oversight: Manage Balance of Plant (BOP) and grid works contractors to ensure full compliance with contractual and technical obligations.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Act as a key liaison between the Owner's Engineer, Eskom, local authorities, and internal project teams.
  • HSE & Quality: Enforce strict project HSE plans and environmental compliance while managing quality processes, including Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) and NCRs.
  • Reporting & Execution: Produce detailed weekly/monthly progress reports and monitor critical construction milestones through to commissioning and COD.

Requirements

  • Education: Tertiary qualification in Engineering or Construction (BSc / BTech or equivalent).
  • Experience: Minimum 8 years as an Electrical Site Engineer or Construction Supervisor, with at least 4 years specifically on utility-scale renewable energy or large electrical infrastructure.
  • Technical Expertise: Proven experience in the construction, final stages, and commissioning of substations is essential.
  • Skills: Strong proficiency in MS Office, level-headed leadership, and excellent negotiation and communication skills in English.
  • Attributes: A proactive, detail-focused professional capable of driving results in a high-energy, multi-project environment
COMPETITIVE SALARY

South Africa

Full Time

Added 19/02/2026
Reference: JN -022026-73380_1771504895

Electrical Construction Supervisor - Solar

South Africa
Full Time

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