Commercial Roofing and Solar PV Technician

Steve Ball; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Paid holidays

Pension scheme

Job summary

Steve Ball is recruiting a Commercial Roofing and Solar PV Technician to join their UK-wide operations. The role requires extensive commercial roofing experience and hands-on Solar PV installation expertise.

You will perform roof surveys, support project delivery, and ensure safety and quality across rooftop works. The ideal candidate will hold relevant roofing qualifications (NVQ 2/3 preferred), a valid CSCS Skilled Worker card, and a full UK driving licence with willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Extensive experience on commercial roofing systems (metal sheet, composite panel, flat roofs).
• Proven experience installing Solar PV on commercial/industrial buildings.
• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent roofing qualifications preferred.
• Valid CSCS Skilled Worker card is required.
• Experience with Working at Height and safe systems of work.
• Good knowledge of roof waterproofing, fixing methods and maintaining warranties.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

Responsibilities

• Carry out roof surveys and support project delivery.
• Oversee installation quality and ensure rooftop works meet safety and manufacturer requirements.
• Provide specialist roofing expertise to the Commercial Solar PV and O&M divisions.
• Utilise experience to bridge roofing with solar PV in commercial settings.

Skills

Commercial roofing

Solar PV installation

Roofing qualifications

CSCS card

Working at Height

Roof waterproofing

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 preferred

Job description

18th September, 2026

COMMERCIAL ROOFING AND SOLAR PV TECHNICIAN

POSITION : Commercial Roofing and Solar PV Technician

LOCATION : Commutable from Hull , Beverley , Grimsby, Lincoln , Doncaster, Selby , York, Scarborough , Driffield , Bridlington

The clients offices are in East Yorkshire so you will meet there on a Monday morning before heading off to site. They work across the UK.

SALARY AND BENEFITS : This is a permanent role paying £17/18 ph. Overtime is available so the salary is expected to be approximately £38k - £46,500 . A van is also provided along with paid holidays and pension

THE ROLE : Our client is recruiting an experienced Commercial Rooferwith a strong background in commercial and industrial roofing, combined with hands-on experience installing rooftop Solar PV systems. This role will involve travel within the UK but only Mon to Fri so no weekend working. All expenses are covered

The successful candidate will support their growing Commercial Solar PV and O&M divisions by providing specialist roofing expertise, carrying out roof surveys, supporting project delivery, overseeing installation quality and ensuring all rooftop works are completed safely and in accordance with roofing best practices and manufacturer requirements.

This role would suit a qualified Commercial Roofer who has transitioned into Solar PV, rather than a Solar PV installer with limited roofing experience.

YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING :

• Extensive experience working on commercial roofing systems, including metal sheet, composite panel and flat roof installations.
• Proven experience installing Solar PV systems on commercial and industrial buildings.
• Relevant roofing qualifications (NVQ Level 2/3 preferred).
• Valid CSCS Skilled Worker card.
• Working at Height experience and a strong understanding of safe systems of work.
• Good knowledge of roof waterproofing, fixing methods, roof integrity and maintaining manufacturer warranties.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

It would be desirable if candidates also had :

• IPAF and/or PASMA.
• Experience with surveys and roof condition assessments.