PV Engineer / Technician

Opal Contracting; Exeter; 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 perform maintenance and inspections on solar PV systems. You will diagnose electrical faults and produce site reports after visits. This role involves contributing to the green energy transition through the maintenance of solar energy infrastructure and requires strong skills in electrical diagnostics and maintenance. A commitment to safety and quality reporting is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in maintenance and inspections of solar PV systems.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve electrical faults effectively.
• Competent in producing reports and conducting risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, inspections, and work on solar PV systems.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance and reactive fixes.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults using testing equipment.

Skills

Routine maintenance of solar PV systems

Electrical fault diagnosis

Testing equipment proficiency

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Insulation testers

Job description

PV Engineer / Technician Solar Farm

Salary : £45,000 £50,000 per year (DOE)

Job Type : Full-time, permanent

Location : Sites across the UK (region-based)

Schedule : Monday to Friday with a paid weekend rota (approx. 1 in 5 weekends) and occasional overnight stays

Why this is a great opportunity

Our client is one of Europes leading solar-energy firms, responsible for building, running, and maintaining large-scale solar farms across the UK and further afield.

With a global track record of over 500 solar projects and more than 5.6 GW of installed capacity worldwide, our client takes a forward-looking approach to renewable energy and invests in its teams.

Working with them means you contribute directly to the green energy transition in the UK a meaningful role that helps power communities and supports long-term environmental goals.

What Youll Do

• Carry out routine maintenance, inspections, and remedial work on solar PV systems (AC & DC)
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive fixes as needed
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, using industry-standard testing equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, etc.)
• Produce clear, accurate site reports after each visit via the online reporting system

Conduct job-specific risk assessments, report near-misses, and ensure strict hea...