Job title: Electrical QA/QC Inspector – Medium Voltage (Solar Project)
Industry: Renewables
Sub-Industry: Solar
Skills: Compliance QA/QC Inspections Quality Control MV testing and commissioning IEC EPC SANS
Pay rate: Negotiable
Job published: 14-05-2025
Job ID: 34254

Job Description

Location: Virginia

Contract Type: 1 year contract

 

Overview

Join the execution team of a large-scale 240MW solar PV project focused on delivering high-quality renewable energy infrastructure. This site-based role is instrumental in ensuring compliance with electrical standards and project specifications related to medium voltage installations. The position supports the EPC’s quality function during construction and commissioning, with a specific emphasis on QA/QC across MV components and systems.

 

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct inspections and quality control checks on medium voltage (MV) electrical works including cable installation, terminations, switchgear, transformers, and related infrastructure
  • Verify compliance with project specifications, SANS standards, and QA/QC procedures for MV installations
  • Prepare and maintain detailed QA/QC documentation including inspection reports, test records, and non-conformance reports (NCRs)
  • Monitor and witness MV testing and commissioning activities (e.g. insulation resistance, VLF, hipot tests)
  • Liaise with construction, commissioning, and engineering teams to proactively resolve quality issues on-site
  • Review method statements, ITPs, and vendor documents for MV scope and ensure adherence to approved processes
  • Ensure proper calibration and use of test equipment; verify traceability of tools and test instruments
  • Participate in internal and external audits, snagging, and handover processes

 

What We’re Looking For

  • Electrical trade qualification or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
  • Minimum 5–8 years of electrical QA/QC inspection experience in utility-scale solar or infrastructure projects
  • Proven experience with MV systems (11kV–33kV), including QA/QC during installation and testing phases
  • Familiarity with SANS, IEC, and project-specific standards for MV electrical systems
  • Experience working with QA/QC tools such as inspection test plans (ITPs), checklists, and punch lists
  • Strong report-writing, documentation, and communication skills
  • Ability to work site-based in remote project locations

 

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to work on one of South Africa’s largest solar PV projects
  • Exposure to full-lifecycle MV installation and QA/QC in a fast-paced renewable energy environment
  • Collaboration with a high-performance multinational EPC team and engineering experts
  • Structured processes, international standards, and strong professional development