Electrical Lead

VIQU IT Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus up to £1,000

Job summary

VIQU IT Recruitment is assisting a growing renewable energy business in the UK to hire an Electrical Lead to oversee electrical operations across commercial, industrial and utility-scale Solar PV projects. You will lead and develop the electrical and commissioning teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage connections from design through to energisation.

The role requires experience delivering Solar PV projects, strong DNO knowledge, RAMS review ability and an 18th Edition qualification (or

Qualifications

• Experience delivering commercial, industrial or utility-scale Solar PV projects.
• Recent project experience within the last 3 years.
• Experience leading electrical teams.
• Strong knowledge of DNO requirements, G99 testing and grid connections.
• HV experience and safety in DNO work.
• Experience reviewing RAMS and technical documentation.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• 18th Edition BS 7671 qualification or willingness to obtain within 3 months.
• IOSH, NEBOSH, SMSTS or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the electrical and commissioning teams.
• Ensure electrical works meet UK regulations and standards.
• Manage DNO relationships, G99 testing and grid energisation.
• Oversee HV/LV commissioning and project delivery.
• Review electrical designs, RAMS and technical documentation.
• Develop electrical procedures and support department growth.

Skills

Electrical leadership

Commissioning management

DNO knowledge

G99 testing

RAMS review

HV experience

18th Edition

Driving licence

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Level 3 electrical qualification

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Job description

A growing renewable energy business is looking for an Electrical Lead to oversee its electrical operations, with a focus on commercial, industrial and utility-scale Solar PV projects. You will lead and develop the electrical and commissioning teams, oversee technical compliance and support projects from design and grid connections through to commissioning and energisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the electrical and commissioning teams.
• Ensure electrical works meet relevant UK regulations and standards.
• Manage DNO relationships, G99 testing and grid energisation.
• Oversee HV/LV commissioning and support project delivery.
• Review electrical designs, RAMS and technical documentation.
• Develop electrical procedures and support the growth of the department.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience
• delivering commercial, industrial or utility-scale Solar PV projects, including construction and commissioning, with recent project experience within the last 3 years.
• Experience leading and managing electrical teams.
• Strong knowledge of DNO requirements, G99 testing and grid connections.
• Practical HV experience, including working within DNO safe systems of work.
• Experience reviewing subcontractor RAMS and technical documentation.
• Level 3 electrical qualification or degree/HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering.
• 18th Edition BS 7671, or willingness to obtain it within 3 months of starting.
• IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH, SMSTS or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience in BESS construction and commissioning.
• HV Authorised Person qualification.
• C&G 2922 Solar PV or C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing.
• Knowledge of SCADA, inverter communications and monitoring systems.

Referral Bonus

• Have someone in mind for this position? We offer rewards of up to £1,000 for successful introductions (T&Cs apply).