Lead Installer(Solar)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of solar installers and technicians on-site, assigning tasks and ensuring

efficient, safe execution of installation work.

• Interpret system design drawings, single-line diagrams, and site layouts prepared by the design

engineering team, and translate them into accurate on-site installation.

• Install and oversee installation of mounting structures, solar panel arrays, inverters, batteries/BESS units,combiner boxes, and associated electrical wiring in line with approved designs.

• Conduct pre-installation site checks to confirm structural readiness, roof/ground conditions, and access requirements ahead of mobilization.

• Ensure all installations comply with EPRA regulations, national electrical codes, manufacturer

specifications, and the clients safety standards.

• Carry out system testing, commissioning, and fault-finding, including string testing, earthing/grounding checks, and inverter configuration.

• Maintain accurate installation records, checklists, and handover documentation for each project, and report progress to the Project Manager and Design Engineer.

• Manage on-site tools, equipment, and materials, ensuring proper handling, storage, and reconciliation against project bills of materials.

• Enforce strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures on site, including

working-at-height and electrical safety protocols.

• Coach, mentor, and train junior installers and technicians to build team capability and consistency in

workmanship.

• Liaise with clients on-site to address installation-related queries and ensure a professional customer

experience.

• Support post-installation troubleshooting, warranty callbacks, and maintenance visits as required.

• Any other related duties as may be required from time to time.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Installation, Renewable Energy, or a related technical field.

• Minimum of 4 years hands-on experience installing solar PV systems, including at least 1–2 years in a lead or supervisory capacity.

• Strong practical knowledge of PV system components — panels, mounting structures, inverters, batteries/BESS, combiner boxes, and balance-of-system wiring.

• Solid understanding of electrical installation practices, earthing/grounding, and relevant codes and standards (NEC, IEE, IEC) as well as Kenyan building and electrical codes.

• Valid EPRA T2 License (required); EPRA T3 License an added advantage.

• Working knowledge of health & safety practices for electrical and rooftop/working-at-height installation work; OSHA/NEBOSH or     equivalent HSE certification an advantage.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, single-line diagrams, and installation schedules.

• Strong leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to keep installation crews organized and motivated on site.

• Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with clients, engineers, and project managers.

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively to project sites across the country, including remote locations.

• Valid driving license is an added advantage.