Electrician - renewables

Randstad CPE; Banbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a motivated renewable energy electrician to join their team, specializing in installations for social housing. The role includes high-quality electrical work with a focus on renewable energy systems. Essential qualifications include a current 18th Edition I.E.E. Wiring Regulations certification and relevant electrical qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary, good work-life balance, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

40 hours per week

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Health & Wellbeing support

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Current 18th Edition I.E.E. Wiring Regulations certification is required.
• 2391 or equivalent Testing and Inspection qualification is necessary.
• Served a recognised Electrical apprenticeship or hold appropriate qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical works to a high standard, including testing and commissioning.
• Install and maintain renewable energy systems such as Solar PV.
• Adhere to all HSE protocols and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Electrical qualifications

Testing and Inspection

Knowledge of HSE protocols

Education

Recognised Electrical apprenticeship

18th Edition I.E.E. Wiring Regulations

2391 Testing and Inspection qualification

AM2 certification

MCS Accreditation knowledge

Tools

Full set of electrical tools

Job description

Overview

renewable Energy Electrician - Social Housing Focus - Cambridge

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled electrician to join our team, specialising in renewable energy installations, with a focus on serving social housing properties. You will be a key player in installing, testing, and maintaining various renewable energy systems, with a strong focus on high-quality electrical work. While Solar PV experience is desirable, full training is available for the right candidate!

Responsibilities

• Carrying out all aspects of electrical works to a high standard, including testing, fault finding, and commissioning.
• Installing, testing, and commissioning renewable energy systems (e.g., Solar PV).
• Working confidently with DC and AC circuits, inverters, and isolators.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Completing all relevant electrical certification and maintaining accurate work records.
• Strictly adhering to all HSE protocols and safety procedures.

Please Note: While based in Cambridge, you may be required to work further afield as contract demands.

What We Offer You

• Competitive Salary
• 40 hours per week
• Work-Life Balance: 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus flexibility options.
• Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 GP access, mental health support, and fitness programs.
• Training & Growth: Ongoing professional development to keep you at the forefront of the renewables sector.

What You'll Need to Succeed (Essential)

We're looking for a dedicated professional with the following:

• Served a recognised Electrical apprenticeship and/or hold appropriate full electrical qualifications.
• Current 18th Edition I.E.E. Wiring Regulations certification.
• 2391 or equivalent Testing and Inspection qualification.
• AM2 and an ECS Gold Card.
• Full UK Driving License (under 7 points) and your own full set of tools.
• Knowledge or experience with MCS Accreditation (Microgeneration Certification Scheme).

If you are an experienced electrician looking to specialize in a growth industry and to apply, please call Anusha on 07441928481 or email on

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.