PV Engineer​/Technician

PV Engineer / Technician – Solar Farm

Salary : £45,000 – £50,000 per year (DOE)

Job Type :
Full-time, permanent

Location :
Sites across the UK (region-based)

Schedule :
Monday–Friday with a paid weekend rota (approx. 1 in 5 weekends) and occasional overnight stays

Our client is one of Europe’s leading solar‑energy firms, responsible for building, running, and maintaining large‑scale solar farms across the UK and further afield.

With a global track record of over 500 solar projects and more than 5.6 GW of installed capacity worldwide, our client takes a forward‑looking approach to renewable energy and invests in its teams.

Working with them means you contribute directly to the green energy transition in the UK — a meaningful role that helps power communities and supports long‑term environmental goals.

• Carry out routine maintenance, inspections, and remedial work on solar PV systems (AC & DC)
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive fixes as needed
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, using industry‑standard testing equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, etc.)
• Produce clear, accurate site reports after each visit via the online reporting system
• Conduct job‑specific risk assessments, report near‑misses, and ensure strict health & safety compliance
• Supervise and coordinate third‑party contractors when required
• Maintain detailed electrical test records, suitable for audits
• Work occasional nights away or on weekends (with extra pay)

• 3+ years’ experience on utility‑scale, ground‑mounted Solar PV O&M projects
• Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Electrical Installations
• C&G 2382-18
• C&G 2391-52 (or equivalent testing qualification)
• HV AP qualification
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Solid understanding of AC & DC systems and experience using testing tools
• Full UK driving licence

• Harness‑trained (or willingness to complete training)
• First Aid and Fire Marshal training
• IOSH Health & Safety qualification (or willingness to train)
• Experience with central inverters, SCADA, CCTV or battery‑storage integration
• Familiarity with high‑voltage systems (33 kV) and associated switching / maintenance

• Bonus up to 12.5% (performance / KPI based)
• Private pension with employer contributions up to 6%
• Full private health cover (option to extend to family)
• Life insurance at 4× annual salary
• Access to perks via employee benefit platform
• 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
• Structured training and career‑development opportunities
• Be part of a meaningful mission — supporting the UK’s shift to renewable energy

By joining them, you become part of an international team that’s shaping the future of energy. With decades of experience, a strong presence in the UK and across Europe, and a commitment to sustainability, you’ll be working for a company that places environmental impact, quality, and teamwork at its core.

If you’re a hands‑on engineer with a passion for clean energy and the skills to match — this is more than a job. It’s a chance to build a career with purpose.

No problem – they would consider taking on people with a domestic or commercial solar background and provide a dedicated training program that actively encourages promotion from within. This would attract a salary in the range of £29,000 to £39,000, dependent on experience