PV Engineer — Solar Farm O&M Specialist

Opal Contracting Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar energy firm in the UK is seeking a PV Engineer/Technician to work on solar farms. The role involves maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of solar PV systems. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in utility-scale projects and relevant electrical qualifications. This position offers a salary of £45,000 to £50,000, plus bonuses and benefits including private health cover and structured training opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus up to 12.5%

Private pension with employer contributions

Full private health cover

Life insurance at 4× annual salary

33 days’ holiday

Structured training and career-development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience on utility-scale, ground-mounted Solar PV O&M projects.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Familiarity with high-voltage systems (33 kV) and associated switching.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and inspections on solar PV systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults using industry-standard testing equipment.
• Produce clear, accurate site reports after each visit.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of AC & DC systems

Education

Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Electrical Installations

HV AP qualification

Tools

Testing equipment (multimeters, clamp meters)

Job description

A leading solar energy firm in the UK is seeking a PV Engineer/Technician to work on solar farms. The role involves maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of solar PV systems. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in utility-scale projects and relevant electrical qualifications. This position offers a salary of £45,000 to £50,000, plus bonuses and benefits including private health cover and structured training opportunities.