Technician - Solar Energy Projects

Location: Dubai, UAE Company: IAN Sustainable Solutions Compensation: Fixed Salary + Performance-Based Incentives About IAN:Established in 1982, IAN Sustainable Solutions is a UAE-based provider of solar and energy storage, water treatment, and sustainable technology solutions, operating under AG Holding.

IAN specializes in Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC), Trading & Distribution, and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) across commercial, industrial, residential, and government sectors. IAN is seeking a skilled, experienced, and safety-conscious Solar PV & Energy Storage Technician with proven hands-on experience in solar and battery storage installations, testing, commissioning, and maintenance. Key Responsibilities

• Solar PV & Storage Installation: Install solar panels, mounting structures, inverters, battery storage systems, DC/AC cabling, and associated electrical equipment.
• Testing & Commissioning: Support electrical testing, troubleshooting, system commissioning, and project handover under engineering supervision.
• Operations & Maintenance: Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, fault diagnosis, repairs, and system inspections.
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE): Strictly follow site safety procedures, including working at heights, fall protection, electrical isolation, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, and battery safety.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure installations comply with approved drawings, manufacturer specifications, DEWA requirements, and applicable UAE safety standards.
• Site Coordination: Work closely with Site Engineers and project teams to complete installations safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Essential Candidate Requirements
• Education: Diploma or Technical Certification in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Renewable Energy, or a related discipline.
• Industry Experience (Mandatory): Minimum 3 years of hands-on Solar PV EPC installation and O&M experience in the UAE, including Commercial & Industrial (C&I) projects.
• Relevant Background: Previous employment with a Solar PV or Energy Storage EPC company is mandatory.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in solar PV installation, DC/AC wiring, inverter connections, electrical testing, troubleshooting, and reading electrical drawings. Practical BESS experience is highly desirable.
• HSE Competence (Mandatory): Working knowledge of electrical safety, working at heights, LOTO, PPE, risk assessments, and safe handling of batteries. Relevant HSE certifications are an advantage.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with DEWA standards and UAE electrical installation requirements.
• Professional Skills: Reliable, safety-conscious, physically capable of site work, and able to work effectively within a project team.
• UAE Driving Licence: An advantage. Compensation & Benefits:
• Fixed monthly salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Performance-based incentives linked to productivity, quality, and safe project delivery. Ideal Candidate A technically competent, dependable, and safety-conscious Solar PV Technician with proven EPC installation experience, strong electrical skills, and the ability to support solar and energy storage projects with minimal supervision.