Operations and Maintenance Engineer

The Engage Partnership Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Solar O&M Engineer to support the operation of commercial solar PV assets across the UK. This hybrid position entails both site-based and office work, requiring maintenance, fault diagnosis, and performance monitoring of solar systems. Essential qualifications include electrical installation certifications and relevant experience with solar PV systems. A full UK driving license is also needed, along with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Electrical Installations qualification and 18th Edition required.
• City & Guilds 2391 certification needed.
• Experience in commercial solar PV preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on solar PV systems.
• Diagnose faults across circuits, inverters, and optimisers.
• Monitor system performance and analyze asset health.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of AC / DC systems

Experience with commercial solar PV

Education

Level 3 Electrical Installations qualification

18th Edition qualification

City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection and Testing)

Tools

Testing equipment

Monitoring platforms

Job description

Solar O&M Engineer (Commercial)

Location: Hybrid, with travel to solar sites across the UK

Hours: Mon–Thu 8am to 5pm, Fri 8am to 4pm

Department: Renewable Energy

We’re looking for a skilled Solar O&M Engineer to support the safe and efficient operation of commercial PV assets across the UK. This hybrid role combines site-based work on large rooftop and ground-mounted systems with office-based reporting and coordination. You’ll work closely with the O&M Manager to deliver high-quality maintenance, fault diagnosis, and performance monitoring.

What You’ll Be Doing

Planned and Reactive Maintenance

• Carry out scheduled and reactive maintenance on commercial solar PV systems
• Inspect modules, inverters, mounting systems, and electrical components
• Complete AC / DC testing, thermography, and torque checks
• Produce clear, structured Preventative Maintenance Reports

Fault Diagnosis and Repairs

• Identify and resolve faults across AC / DC circuits, inverters, and optimisers
• Implement corrective actions and record all work accurately

Performance Monitoring

• Use platforms such as SolarEdge and Hark to monitor system performance
• Analyse PR, yield, and availability to track asset health

Health, Safety and Compliance

• Prepare site-specific risk assessments and RAMS
• Ensure all work meets HSE regulations and industry standards
• Promote a proactive safety culture

Technical Support and Coordination

• Support communication between clients, contractors, and suppliers
• Maintain high-quality technical documentation for warranty and compliance

What You’ll Need Essential

• Level 3 Electrical Installations qualification and 18th Edition
• City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection and Testing)
• ECS Gold Card
• SMSTS
• Working at Height certification
• IPAF / PASMA
• 2 to 3 years of experience with commercial or ground-mounted solar PV
• Strong understanding of AC / DC systems, inverters, and electrical safety
• Confident using testing equipment, monitoring platforms, and reporting tools
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel with overnight stays
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Desirable

• High Voltage experience or HV AP status
• Experience with diagnostic tools, CCTV / network communication, and wider monitoring platforms
• Thermographic survey certification
• Battery storage experience