Field Service Engineer - Solar

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in solar O&M is seeking a Field Service Engineer to cover the North Bristol area. This role supports renewable energy initiatives, offers a competitive salary up to £40,000, a company vehicle, and various benefits. Candidates with NVQ Level 3 certification and solar experience are encouraged to apply for a fulfilling career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme & company sick pay

Regular wellbeing check-ins & team-building days

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least five years' experience in industrial electrical installation and maintenance.
• Previous Solar PV maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections and report findings.
• Perform routine maintenance on solar modules and inverters.
• Fault finding on electrical components.

Skills

Problem Solving

DC Electrical Systems

Occupational Health & Safety Regulations

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Astute's Renewables are proud to be working with one of Europe's leading solar O&M specialists, supporting their continued UK growth. We are looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to join their team, covering the North Bristol area, with occasional travel as required.

This Field Service Engineer role offers a salary of up to £40,000, along with a company vehicle and fuel card, and the opportunity to work within a supportive, expert-led environment focused on delivering high-quality service to large-scale solar assets.

If you're a Field Service Engineer with solar experience and are looking to join a business that values professionalism, reliability, and continuous improvement - apply today with your CV

Responsibilities and Duties:

Reporting to the Service Team Leader, you will:

Visual inspection activities, cleaning and report to management team.

Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes.

Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations.

Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment.

Routine maintenance activities on security system devices.

Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities .

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Certification or equivalent.

At least five years' experience in industrial electrical installation and maintenance.

Previous Solar PV maintenance experience is .

Strong knowledge of DC electrical systems, high-voltage equipment, and occupational health & safety regulations.

Proficiency in MS Office

Full, clean UK driving licence.

Personal skills

We are looking for someone with the following:

Willing and flexible to travel to sites as and when required

Strong in problem-solving and able to work under pressure.

Passionate about renewable energy and high-quality service delivery.

Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer role

Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience

Company vehicle and Fuel Card

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme & company sick pay

Regular wellbeing check-ins & team-building days

Supportive culture with social events

Ongoing training and development opportunities

INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of , , , , creed or and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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