Commercial Solar & Battery Storage Electrician

Talent Finder; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Tools provided

PPE

Tablet and laptop

Pension contribution

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Talent Finder is recruiting a Commercial Solar & Battery Storage Electrician to work on projects across South Wales, Bristol, Gloucestershire and beyond. The role involves site travel from your home location, installing and commissioning solar PV, battery storage and EV charging across varied commercial sites.

Extensive training will be provided, with salary reflecting renewable energy experience. Competitive package includes a company van, tools and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Electrotechnical Services.
• AM2 and 18th Edition BS 7671.
• C&G 2391-52 or equivalent testing qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of commercial electrical experience.
• Strong commercial electrical background and teamwork.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and complete paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain commercial electrical systems.
• Install solar PV systems and associated electrical works.
• Install and commission battery storage / EESS systems.
• Carry out electrical testing and fault finding.
• Test and commission renewable-energy systems.
• Support EV charging installations.
• Work with a range of solar, battery storage and EV charging systems.
• Complete site documentation and handover paperwork.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Work to current regulations and safety standards.
• Be part of an installation team and support project delivery.

Skills

Testing

Fault finding

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services

AM2

18th Edition BS 7671

C&G 2391-52 or equivalent

Job description

Commercial Solar & Battery Storage Electrician | South Wales / Bristol / Gloucestershire | Full Time | £40,000–£50,000+ DOE

Our client is a growing business specialising in commercial and domestic renewable energy solutions, including solar PV, battery storage, EV charging and commercial electrical installations.

This is a newly created position due to business growth and offers the opportunity to develop specialist experience across the renewable‑energy sector, with extensive training for candidates with a strong commercial electrical background but limited or no renewable‑energy experience.

The Role

They are looking for a Commercial Solar & Battery Storage Electrician to join their expanding team.

The role involves travelling from your home location to various job sites, with projects across commercial premises, industrial sites, warehouses, offices, retail units and farms. Projects are variable in size but are typically 1–2 days, with the successful candidate usually working as part of an installation team.

The successful candidate will be involved in the installation, testing, commissioning, fault‑finding and maintenance of electrical systems, solar PV, battery storage/EESS and EV charging systems.

Candidates with no previous solar or battery storage experience will be considered if they have a strong commercial electrical background and the required qualifications. Extensive training will be provided, although salary will reflect existing renewable‑energy experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Installing and maintaining commercial electrical systems
• Installing commercial solar PV systems and associated electrical works
• Installing and commissioning commercial and domestic battery storage / EESS systems
• Carrying out electrical testing and fault finding
• Testing and commissioning renewable‑energy systems
• Supporting EV charging installations
• Working with a range of solar, battery storage and EV charging systems
• Commissioning systems independently with support from manufacturers' technical support teams where required
• Completing site documentation, testing certificates and handover paperwork
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and specifications
• Working to current electrical regulations and health & safety standards
• Working as part of an installation team
• Supporting the successful delivery of projects from installation through to completion

Requirements

• Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services or a recognised electrical apprenticeship
• AM2
• 18th Edition BS 7671
• C&G 2391-52 or equivalent inspection and testing qualification
• At least 2 years' commercial electrical experience
• Strong commercial electrical background
• Ability to carry out electrical testing and fault finding
• Ability to complete site documentation, testing certificates and handover paperwork
• Professional approach and strong attention to detail
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently when required
• Full willingness to develop within the renewable‑energy sector

Desirable

• Commercial solar PV experience
• Battery storage / EESS experience
• EV charging experience
• MCS-related qualifications or experience
• Experience with Easee EV chargers
• Experience commissioning renewable‑energy systems

What's In It For You

• £40,000–£45,000 for a strong commercial electrician, depending on experience
• £50,000+ available for highly experienced solar, battery storage and renewable‑energy electricians
• Salary reviewed on a case-by-case basis for exceptional candidates
• Extensive training across solar PV, battery storage/EESS and EV charging
• Additional training and qualification costs covered by the company
• Genuine progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
• Company van, fuel card, tools, PPE, tablet and laptop provided
• Pension contribution
• Paid accommodation where required, although overnight stays are very rare
• Bonus scheme available, to be discussed with the successful candidate
• 8:00 am–4:30 pm working hours
• Paid lunch break
• No weekend work
• No call-outs or emergency requirements
• No regular overtime required
• Opportunity to develop specialist renewable‑energy skills across solar PV, battery storage and EV charging
• Opportunity to work across a varied range of commercial, industrial, agricultural and domestic projects