Technician Solar

Overview

Description

Do you want to work to make Power for Good? We are the world's largest independent renewable energy company, guided by a vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy.

RES is a family with a diverse workforce, dedicated to the personal and professional growth of our people. We promise rewarding work with impact, opportunities to learn from inspiring colleagues across a growing global network, and chances to grow personally and professionally. Our competitive package offers a wide range of benefits and rewards.

Job Purpose

This role will cover sites based around the M4 from Bristol to Reading. The Solar & Battery Storage Technician is a field-based role performing operations and maintenance tasks on utility-scale battery storage plants and ground mounted solar PV plants. You will ensure the plants achieve outstanding levels of safety, quality and performance at a cost that meets the operational budget, as part of an industry-leading team of renewable energy specialists.

This is a permanent role and will require availability for weekend on-call duties as part of a rota. An overtime system is in place.

A company vehicle, smart phone and laptop/tablet will be provided. RES provides a comprehensive package of benefits including contributory pension, private health insurance and investment in role specific training. You will have the opportunity to work towards Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status. RES pride ourselves on our in-house training programme and this is provided. Technicians who demonstrate an attitude and aptitude for career progression will be encouraged to broaden their experience to advanced levels such as an industry recognised HV Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP).

For team members who embody our values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration and Excellence, the opportunities for growth are huge.

Reporting to the Solar & Storage O&M Manager, you will:

• Follow and manage health and safety requirements and help to maintain and improve safety standards across the plants
• Achieve and maintain Authorised Person status determined by training received, experience gained and in line with individual job role requirements
• Undertake planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements
• Inspect, test and maintain plant and equipment
• Undertake AC and DC system testing, troubleshooting and fault-finding
• Perform reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution promptly
• Troubleshoot and repair on sensors and communication equipment including RS485, Ethernet and fibre optic networks
• Configure computer-based devices and components, including firmware updates
• Occasionally assist with ground maintenance, cleaning or mechanical work
• Induct and manage sub-contractors, ensure their safe working and undertake quality checks on their work
• Keep accurate maintenance records and compile reports
• Keep in close communication with the O&M office and team functions
• Travel between the sites and offices
• Occasionally work away from home for training courses or to cover other sites for up to 1 week at a time
• Other tasks determined by the role

• Knowledge of central inverters desirable
• Principles of High Voltage operations
• Technical understanding of AC, DC, SCADA, instrumentation and communications networks
• Good knowledge and understanding of solar PV technology is essential
• Good knowledge and understanding of HVAC, fire protection, security systems is desirable
• Good knowledge and understanding of battery storage technology, although training can be given in this area

• Experience, reading, writing and amending Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Experience working with equipment vendors to support diagnosis of faults
• DC and LV installation, fault finding, testing and commissioning
• Experience working remotely
• Solar PV installation and O&M experience (MW-scale or large commercial ground-mount)
• Battery storage installation and O&M experience (MW-scale) is desirable
• Experience installing or maintaining ethernet and fibre optic communications
• Experience…