Electrical Site Manager (Solar PV) in Maidstone, Kent

Energy Jobline CVL; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy job board is seeking an Electrical Site Manager specializing in Solar PV and battery storage. The role involves leading installation teams, overseeing project compliance, and ensuring high standards in commercial projects. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience in managing teams and extensive travel across the UK is required. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Company electric van

Pension

25 leave days

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience managing installation teams and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate installation teams and subcontractors across multiple UK sites.
• Oversee commercial Solar PV and battery storage installations from start to finish.
• Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations, health & safety legislation and company standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and uphold quality and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

C&G 2360 Part 1 & 2, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

C&G 2391 (or 2394/2395)

18th Edition (BS 7671)

MCS-accredited training/certification in Solar PV installation

Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)

ECS Gold Card

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Electrical Site Manager– Solar PV & Battery Storage

UK-Wide Travel | Monthly Reporting 1 day a month to Newhaven Office

Start: January 2026 with interviews currently taking place.

Salary: £55k per annum + Company electric van + pension + 25 leave days

We are looking for a Qualififed Electrician and Electrical Site Manager with a strong understanding of PV and battery systems, ideally including SolarEdge technology.

This is a key management role within a company that delivers a significant number of commercial and industrial renewable projects each year. You will take ownership of site operations, manage installation teams and subcontractors, and ensure all commercial Solar PV projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

The position involves extensive UK travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate installation teams and subcontractors across multiple UK sites.
• Oversee commercial Solar PV and battery storage installations from start to finish.
• Conduct pre-tender surveys and provide technical input on design and procurement.
• Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations, health & safety legislation and company standards.
• Communicate effectively with customers, addressing questions and concerns.
• Supervise testing, commissioning and handover of completed systems.
• Inspect new and existing installations, resolving technical or performance issues.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and reporting for all projects.
• Drive continuous improvement and uphold quality and safety standards.
• Travel to UK sites, as majority of your time will be spent on-site.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• C&G 2360 Part 1 & 2, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• C&G 2391 (or 2394/2395) and 18th Edition (BS 7671).
• MCS-accredited training/certification in Solar PV installation (e.g. C&G 2922, BPEC or LCL Level 3 in Solar PV and EESS).
• Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS).
• ECS Gold Card and full, clean UK driving licence.
• Proven leadership experience managing installation teams and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Site Manager Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

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