O&M Engineer - Solar

ARM; Welwyn; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist provider in Solar PV is seeking an experienced O&M Engineer to handle inspections, maintenance, and remedial work on commercial solar PV systems. This role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 to £50,000, a company vehicle, and excellent career growth opportunities. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations and experience in Solar PV maintenance, alongside a strong understanding of Health & Safety protocols. This is a field-based position requiring nationwide travel and occasional overnight stays.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Pension

Career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial Solar PV maintenance and electrical work.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, including Permit to Work.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, fault diagnosis, and preventative maintenance on Solar PV systems.
• Deliver system re‑powers, component replacements, and performance upgrades.
• Manage subcontractors for larger or specialist remedial works.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Proven experience in Solar PV maintenance

Understanding of Health & Safety

Comfortable working at height

Education

ECS Gold Card

Job description

O&M Engineer - Solar PV

Salary: £45,000-£50,000 + Company Vehicle + Pension

Location: Hertfordshire

ARM is supporting a rapidly growing specialist provider within the commercial and industrial Solar PV sector in their search for an experienced and motivated O&M Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business during an exciting growth phase, offering genuine progression and responsibility as the team expands.

The role is fully field-based, carrying out inspections, maintenance, and remedial work across a range of rooftop and ground‑mount solar PV systems nationwide. Occasional overnight stays will be required, and the position will involve both lone working and working as part of a wider engineering team.

The Role

• Conduct inspections, fault diagnosis, and preventative maintenance on commercial rooftop and ground‑mount Solar PV systems.
• Deliver system re‑powers, component replacements, and performance upgrades.
• Manage subcontractors for larger or specialist remedial works.
• Communicate professionally with clients on‑site, providing updates and ensuring high satisfaction levels.
• Complete accurate work logs, inspection records, and technical reports.
• Travel nationwide with occasional overnight stays.

Skills & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations (or equivalent) and ECS Gold Card.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Desirable: AM2, 2391/2394/2395.
• Proven experience in commercial Solar PV maintenance and electrical work.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, including Permit to Work and safe systems of work.
• Comfortable working at height; MEWP/mansafe training can be provided.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000.
• Company vehicle.
• Excellent career progression as the organisation continues to expand.
• Company pension.

To apply, please send your CV.