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Exploring career opportunities in South Africa’s solar industry: How advanced training can help you get ahead
Explore career growth in South Africa’s solar industry with advanced training for roles like solar business owner, installer, or project manager.
If you’ve been paying attention to the buzz around solar energy lately, you know that it’s an exciting time to get into the industry. With all the challenges South Africa faces in terms of energy supply, solar is becoming a go-to solution, and the demand for professionals in this space is only growing.
So, whether you’re thinking about diving into solar or looking to level up your skills, let’s chat about some of the career opportunities out there and how our advanced training courses can give you a real edge.
1. Solar Business Owner
Have you ever thought about running your own solar business? It’s definitely not just about the tech side—there’s managing finances, marketing your services, handling clients, and more. Solar business owners are in high demand, especially with everyone looking for reliable solar solutions.
How we can help:
Our Solar Business Management course is perfect if you’re planning to start your own solar company. You’ll learn everything from how to register your business (think CIPC, SARS, DoEL, etc.) to making smart investment decisions. We even dive into project quoting and making sure your profits don’t disappear due to poor project management. You’ll be learning from trainers who’ve already built successful solar businesses, so you get real-world insights on how to avoid common mistakes.
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2. Commercial Solar Installer
Moving beyond residential installations? Commercial solar is where things get interesting—think big office parks, factories, and shopping malls. These installations are more complex and need skilled professionals who know their stuff. The demand for commercial solar installers is booming.
How we can help:
Our Commercial PV Design course will take you through everything you need to know to move from small-scale residential projects to large-scale commercial installations. You’ll get hands-on experience with system design, load profiling, and sizing commercial solar systems (with and without high-voltage batteries). Plus, we’ll teach you how to use tools like PV*SOL and Excel to design real-life systems. It’s practical, in-depth training that’ll set you up for success.
3. Solar Project Manager
If you’re great at organising things and love seeing projects come together, solar project management might be your thing. As a project manager, you’ll handle everything from planning installations to managing budgets, teams, and solving any hiccups that come along the way.
How we can help:
Between our Solar Business Management and Commercial PV Design courses, you’ll get the skills you need to run a solar project smoothly. You’ll learn about project organization, troubleshooting, and keeping everything on schedule and within budget. Plus, our trainers have tons of real-world experience, so you’ll pick up tips and tricks that’ll save you headaches down the road.