Utility-Scale Site Technician

Overview

With the UK government’s ambitious goal of delivering 60GW of solar power by 2030, Solar Careers UK is on a mission to recruit, train, and place professionals into rewarding careers within the solar and battery storage industry. Solar Careers UK is a division of Solar Energy UK, the trade association representing over 425 solar businesses across the country. Many of these companies specialise in delivering high-quality solar installations for domestic, commercial, and utility-scale projects.

We have been asked to assist with the recruitment of full-time, permanent installation teams from across all regions of the United Kingdom. By completing this application Solar Careers UK can help connect you to Utility-Scale Site Technician | London live job vacancies that match your skills and experience, and provide guidance on the qualifications and training needed to pursue your chosen career in the solar sector.

Job description for site technicians working on ground mounted utility-scale solar installations and sets out the key responsibilities of the role as well as the skills and qualifications expected. This does not include any specific requirements around high voltage maintenance, although approaches to this can differ across the industry. In some cases a site technician will work in a team with high voltage specialists, while in others they may be expected to undertake high voltage maintenance themselves in which case additional experience and qualifications to those listed here will be required.

Brief description of the occupation:

A solar PV utility-scale site technician is primarily responsible for the operation, maintenance, and performance optimisation of large-scale solar photovoltaic power plants. Core duties include inspecting solar panels, conducting performance tests, troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical faults, and replacing faulty or outdated components. Technicians also monitor system performance to ensure the plant operates at maximum efficiency and meets energy production targets.

In addition to hands-on technical work, technicians may maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, system performance, and repairs, and are expected to comply with safety protocols and site-specific health and safety regulations. They may oversee contractors on-site, coordinate with other trades, and sometimes provide training to junior staff or clients on system operation and maintenance procedures. Responsibilities can also extend to managing site appearance, landscaping, and ensuring the readiness and accountability of tools and equipment.

The role demands a strong technical background in electrical systems, familiarity with industry codes and standards, and the ability to use diagnostic tools for testing and troubleshooting. Solar PV utility-scale site technicians play a vital role in ensuring the reliability and longevity of solar assets, directly supporting the transition to renewable energy by maximising the output and uptime of utility-scale solar installations.

New entrants welcome.

Responsibilities

• Health and Safety:
  Understand and identify risks at site, follow company and site-specific risk assessment and method statements/statement of works, be aware of health and safety issues and report any on-site concerns to relevant managers. Ensure that tasks are performed in accordance with industry best practice and in line with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Maintenance
  
  Activities:
  
  Perform scheduled maintenance and corrective maintenance works for solar plants to ensure their successful ongoing operation.
• Site Responsibility:
  Take primary on-site responsibility for plant performance, work quality, site security and appearance, including electrical systems, basic landscaping and other elements. Ensure that third-party visitors are inducted and safe at all times.
• Coordination:
  Maintain regular contact with all relevant planners, managers and supervisors to co-ordinate site works effectively and seek guidance where needed.
• Collaborate with other site technicians to resolve tasks and provide necessary information to all relevant planners, managers and supervisors in a…