PV Engineer/ Technician

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

Job summary

A leading solar energy firm is seeking a PV Engineer/Technician to maintain and inspect solar PV systems across the UK. The role involves electrical fault diagnosis and producing site reports. Candidates should have experience in renewable energy maintenance. This opportunity supports the transition to green energy and contributes to community power solutions. Full-time, £45,000 to £50,000 per year, with a focus on sustainability and long-term goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining solar PV systems.
• Ability to perform planned preventative maintenance.
• Skilled in using industry-standard testing equipment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Electrical fault diagnosis

Routine maintenance

Use of testing equipment

Tools

Multimeter

Clamp meter

Insulation tester

Job description

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: MondayFriday 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 he...