Lead Electrician - Solar PV & Battery Storage in Hertford

Energy Jobline ZR; Hertford; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services provider is seeking an experienced Lead Electrician for Solar PV and Battery Storage projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have essential qualifications including C&G certifications, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in Solar PV installation. This role includes significant travel, overseeing installations, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Competitive salary and benefits are 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.
• Full, clean UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate installation teams across multiple UK sites.
• Oversee Solar PV and battery storage installations from start to finish.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and company standards.
• Communicate effectively with customers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

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

ECS Gold Card

Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)

Site Manager Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

Job description

Job Overview

Lead Electrician – Solar PV & Battery Storage, UK-Wide Travel, Monthly Reporting 1 day a month to Newhaven Office. Start: January 2026. Salary: £55k per annum + Company electric van + pension + 25 leave days.

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, majority of time 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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