Service Technician

Hunter Philips Ltd; Berlin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Private use of vehicle

Job summary

Hunter Philips Ltd in Berlin is seeking an experienced PV Service Technician to carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs across operational Solar PV installations, from rooftop systems to utility-scale farms.

You will diagnose electrical faults, including inverter repairs, conduct tests and inspections, and independently manage site visits, schedules and documentation.

German language skills are essential; a valid driving licence is required, with travel across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification with hands-on maintenance experience.
• Experience with Solar PV systems and inverters.
• Willingness to travel; good German language skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs across Solar PV installations.
• Diagnose electrical faults and perform inverter repairs.
• Manage site visits, maintenance schedules and service documentation.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Inverter repair

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Job description

Job Ref: HP-3191 Berlin, Germany Competitive Solar PV PermanentAre you an experienced Electrical Service Technician with a background in Solar PV, electrical maintenance or fault diagnosis? Are you looking for a hands-on role working across operational solar farms, with the opportunity to take ownership of maintenance and technical repairs? If so, please read on…The Company:An established German Independent Power Producer (IPP) specialising in utility-scale Solar PV, with an operational portfolio of over 700 MW across Europe.The company owns, operates and manages its solar assets in-house, with continued investment in portfolio expansion, repowering and battery storage (BESS).They are now looking for a PV Service Technician to support the maintenance, performance and reliability of their growing solar portfolio.The Role:Carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs across operational Solar PV installations, from rooftop systems to utility-scale solar farms.Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, including inverter repairs, component replacements and commissioning.Conduct electrical inspections, measurements and testing in accordance with VDE standards.Inspect and replace damaged solar modules, ensuring optimal system performance.Independently manage site visits, maintenance schedules, materials and service documentation, working closely with internal teams and manufacturers.The Person:Qualified Electrician, Electronics Technician or Electrical Service Technician with a strong electrical background.Experience in electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, testing and repairs, ideally within Solar PV.Knowledge of inverters, electrical components and fault diagnosis; networking and communication systems would be beneficial.Very good German language skills, basic IT proficiency and a valid Category B driving licence.Independent, reliable and organised, with a willingness to travel.Why Apply?This is an excellent opportunity to join an established renewable energy asset owner and operator, working directly on a substantial portfolio of operational solar farms.You will benefit from:• Company vehicle, available for private use.• Varied, hands-on technical work across Solar PV assets.• The opportunity to work with an experienced in-house O&M team.• Continued professional training and technical development.• Exposure to a growing portfolio with future investment in BESS and repowering projects.If you are an experienced Electrical or PV Service Technician looking for a new opportunity within the German renewable energy market, please apply without delay.Olivia GoldthorpeRecruitment Consultant [phone] [e-mail]