Electrician - Renewables

Sphere Solutions; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Travel & food allowance

Overtime rates available

Extra annual leave

Job summary

Sphere Solutions are recruiting an Electrician with renewables experience for Plymouth/Exeter, with travel across the South West. The role covers commercial and domestic solar, battery storage, EV charging, and related electrical works. You will install, test, and commission equipment to high standards.

The position is permanent, full-time, with a salary up to £50,000 (DOE). A company van and fuel card are provided, plus travel allowances and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4 years experience within the commercial sector.
• ECS Gold card required.
• BS 7671 Wiring regulations knowledge.
• Solar experience in domestic or commercial installations.
• EV experience is preferable.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission equipment.
• Carry out AC & DC electrical wiring, including inverters, isolators, and distribution boards.
• Install mounting systems, conduit, trunking, and cable containment.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues during and after installation.
• Complete certification and compliance paperwork (EIC, EICR).
• Ensure installations comply with BS 7671, Part P, OZEV, and MCS standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service on-site, working collaboratively with project teams.

Skills

Electrical experience

ECS Gold card

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Job description

Electrician - Renewables

Plymouth / Exeter based with Travel

Salary: Up to £50,000 (DOE), Company Van & Fuel card

Permanent | Full-Time

Sphere Solutions are working with a well-established renewables contractor to recruit an Electrician with solar experience, within the commercial and domestic sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business at the forefront of renewable energy and play a key role in delivering high-quality projects across the South West.

This is a full time permanent role, the regional office is based in Plymouth but expected to work away on larger jobs and an uplift will be paid when working away.

Key Responsibilities

• Works will include commercial solar, new build residential solar, battery storage & BESS, Commercial EV Charging, HVAC.
• Install, test, and commission equipment.
• Carry out AC & DC electrical wiring, including inverters, isolators, and distribution boards.
• Install mounting systems, conduit, trunking, and cable containment.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues during and after installation.
• Complete certification and compliance paperwork (EIC, EICR).
• Ensure installations comply with BS 7671, Part P, OZEV, and MCS standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service on-site, working collaboratively with project teams.

About You

• 4 years experience within the commercial sector
• ECS Gold card
• BS7671 Wiring regulations
• Solar experience in either domestic or commercial
• EV experience is preferable
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.

On offer

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
• Company Van - not for personal use
• Fuel Card
• Overtime rates available
• Travel & food allowance when you work away
• Extra annual leave at Christmas
• Ongoing training and support

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background