O&M Technician (FV and BESS)

Grupotec; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the renewable energy sector is seeking an O&M Electrical Technician to join their dynamic team on the Isle of Anglesey. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the optimal performance of photovoltaic installations through preventive and corrective maintenance, while adhering to strict health and safety standards. Your expertise in diagnosing faults and maintaining electrical components will be crucial in supporting innovative energy solutions. If you're passionate about renewable energy and eager to contribute to a sustainable future, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in PV/BESS projects.
• Proficiency in English at B2 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on photovoltaic installations.
• Diagnose and repair faults in low-voltage systems.
• Conduct visual inspections and report findings.

Skills

Diagnosing faults in low-voltage systems

Preventive maintenance of photovoltaic installations

Health & Safety compliance

Communication skills

Troubleshooting electrical components

Education

Training in electrical field or renewable energy

BS 7671:2018 COURSE (18th Edition)

JIB GOLD CARD or Equivalent

Tools

Thermal imaging cameras

Measuring instruments

Hand tools

Job description

Founded in 1997 by a group of engineers, GRUPOTEC has evolved into a large multidisciplinary and international engineering and architecture company, and a leader in the photovoltaic energy sector.

We are currently looking for an O&M Electrical Technician to join our BESS and photovoltaic projects in the United Kingdom, specifically on the Isle of Anglesey (Wales).

The selected candidate will be responsible for carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance on photovoltaic installations in accordance with the O&M Manual. This includes inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing faults in low-voltage systems, photovoltaic modules, trackers, cabling, and related components. Compliance with the organisation’s Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental Management procedures will be essential.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning of the photovoltaic installation in accordance with the O&M Manual, including photovoltaic modules, mounting structures, trackers, string combiner boxes (low voltage), cabling, inverters, measuring equipment, and communication systems, using hand tools, measuring instruments, thermal imaging cameras, etc.
• Diagnose and repair minor faults in low-voltage systems, photovoltaic modules, trackers, cabling, etc., carrying out minor corrective maintenance tasks.
• Conduct visual inspections of system components, identifying faults and defects and reporting findings to management.
• Maintain and inspect electrical components and equipment, including inverters, distribution panels, communication panels, and DC/AC protection panels, in accordance with maintenance manuals and schedules.
• Inspect and repair wiring, connectors, terminals, and related components.
• Complete work orders, attendance records, and digital documentation in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist subcontractors for Medium and High Voltage works, overseeing and inspecting their activities.
• Ensure compliance with responsibilities outlined in the organisation’s management system documents (Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental Management).

Minimum Requirements:

• Training in the electrical field or in renewable energy.
• BS 7671:2018 COURSE (18th Edition).
• JIB GOLD CARD or EQUIVALENT.
• Valuable or desirable training as HV Authorized Person.
• Health & Safety training (First Aid + EMSS CARD or CCNSG or CSCS card or SMSTS).
• At least 2 years of previous experience in PV/BESS projects performing the described functions (valued experience).
• Knowledge of PV and BESS plant equipment, current PV and BESS technologies, communications architecture, sensors, and actuators for PV and BESS plant control.
• Proficiency in English at an intermediate-advanced level (B2 or higher).
• Full UK driving license.