PV Engineer — Solar Farm O&M Specialist

Opal Contracting Ltd; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar energy firm in the UK is seeking a PV Engineer/Technician to maintain and troubleshoot solar PV systems across various sites. This full-time role requires strong electrical expertise, particularly in AC and DC systems. The position offers a salary range of £45,000 - £50,000 with additional benefits like performance bonuses, a private pension, and extensive holiday. The firm is committed to sustainability and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Bonus up to 12.5%

Private pension with employer contributions

Full private health cover

Life insurance at 4× annual salary

33 days’ holiday

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience on utility-scale, ground-mounted Solar PV O&M projects.
• C&G #removed# or equivalent testing qualification.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on solar PV systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults using testing equipment.
• Produce accurate site reports after each visit.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of AC & DC systems

Experience using testing tools

Education

Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Electrical Installations

HV AP qualification

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Insulation testers

Job description

A leading solar energy firm in the UK is seeking a PV Engineer/Technician to maintain and troubleshoot solar PV systems across various sites. This full-time role requires strong electrical expertise, particularly in AC and DC systems. The position offers a salary range of £45,000 - £50,000 with additional benefits like performance bonuses, a private pension, and extensive holiday. The firm is committed to sustainability and ongoing professional development.