Renewables Roofing Engineer

Salary: £28,000.00 - £35,000.00 per annum depending on experience
Role type: Permanent
Location: Field work, some office based work
Reporting to: Head of Operations, TLGEC

The Little Green Energy Company (TLGEC) are the premier consultancy, design and installation team in the Kent & Southeast region in the solar panel renewable energy industry; working in both the commercial and residential sectors.

We have been providing high-quality services since 2010, striving to deliver the best service, constantly growing and developing our business model and market share to go in line with the changing world.

In 2024, we became part of Hometree Group, a leading UK residential home energy services company, paving the way for a brighter future in the home. By joining Hometree’s mission to help millions of homeowners look after their homes and transition to lower-carbon living, in addition to installation we now also provide comprehensive servicing, financing and maintenance to make it easier to look after your home and ensure a greener future.

Join us during this exciting time, and play a pivotal role in a business that supports sustainable home ownership.

We are currently seeking a Renewable Roofing Engineer to join our skilled team and support the installation of solar PV systems across a wide range of property types.

This role is ideal for a new or experienced roofer who takes pride in high-quality workmanship and understands the importance of detail, waterproofing, safe working practices, and professional site standards.

You will play a key part in ensuring roof-mounted solar installations are completed to an exceptional standard, with a focus on roof integrity, long-term performance, and client satisfaction.

At TLGEC, we value our employees and offer opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. We are looking for people who share our passion for sustainability and innovation and who want to be part of our success story.

If you are interested in working with us and making a positive impact on the environment, then apply now!

Responsibilities:

• Solar PV Installation: Install roof-mounted solar PV systems across domestic and commercial properties.

• Renewable Roofing Works: Carry out roofing works related to renewable installations, including mounting systems, flashing, waterproofing, and making good.

• Weatherproofing & Penetrations: Ensure roof penetrations and mounting points are installed correctly and remain fully weather-tight.

• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work collaboratively with electrical engineers and wider site teams to ensure smooth, efficient installations.

• Operations & Maintenance Support: Support O&M work including inspections, remedial roofing repairs, and array-related roof issues.

• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all work is completed safely and in full compliance with health & safety requirements.

• Quality & Delivery Standards: Deliver installations to a consistently high standard, on time and cost-effectively.

• Corporate & Legal H&S Obligations: Maintain full compliance with all health & safety obligations, both corporate and legal.

• Methodology & Site Standards: Apply TLGEC methodology and always adhere to site standards.

• Resource Efficiency: Use materials and resources efficiently, supporting smooth project delivery.

• Documentation & Record Keeping: Ensure project documents and site records are complete, accurate, and up to date.

• RAMS & Project Knowledge: Maintain a strong working knowledge of RAMS and all required project documentation.

What we’re looking for:

• Roofing
  
  Experience:
  
  Strong roofing experience, ideally across both pitched and flat roofing systems.

• Solar Mounting Knowledge: Confident working with solar mounting systems and roof penetrations (or willing to be trained).

• Waterproofing & Flashing Expertise: Excellent understanding of waterproofing, flashing, and making-good practices.

• Tool Proficiency: Confident using the power tools and hand tools common to roofing and construction work.

• Problem-Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong troubleshooting ability with a proactive approach to resolving on-site issues.

• Working at Height: Comfortable working at height and consistently…