MW-Scale Battery & Solar O&M Technician — Field Role

Renewable Energy Systems (RES); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Smartphone and laptop

Job summary

RES is seeking a Battery Storage and Solar O&M Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on MW-scale battery storage and ground-mounted solar PV at client sites. The role emphasises safety, quality and plant performance, with on-site supervision of approved contractors.

You will be located near Newcastle/Gateshead, hold a full UK driving licence, and be available for weekend on-call and travel across the South of Scotland and North of England.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 electrical qualifications and full UK driving licence are essential.
• Excellent communication in English and ability to work independently are required.
• Desirable additional safety and HV qualifications are beneficial.
• Experience with MW-scale battery storage or solar O&M is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on battery storage and solar PV plant.
• Ensure safety, quality and plant performance; supervise approved contractors on site.
• Conduct system testing, diagnose faults and carry out repairs in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and coordinate with O&M office.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Independent worker

Team player

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ Level 3 (Electrical)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

RES is seeking a Battery Storage and Solar O&M Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on MW-scale battery storage and ground-mounted solar PV at client sites. The role emphasises safety, quality and plant performance, with on-site supervision of approved contractors.

You will be located near Newcastle/Gateshead, hold a full UK driving licence, and be available for weekend on-call and travel across the South of Scotland and North of England.