PV Engineer/ Technician

Opal Contracting Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar energy firm is seeking skilled maintenance technicians to conduct inspections and maintenance on solar PV systems across the UK. Responsibilities include carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance, diagnosing electrical faults, and producing site reports. This role contributes to the green energy transition in the UK, ensuring that solar systems operate efficiently and safely, supporting environmental goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in routine maintenance of solar PV systems.
• Ability to diagnose electrical faults using standard testing equipment.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and risk assessments in maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections on solar PV systems.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive fixes.
• Produce accurate site reports using an online reporting system.

Job description

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...