Renewable Technician

Build Recruitment Limited; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a skilled electrician to work on renewable energy installations in the East Hagbourne area. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in solar PV installation and be familiar with compliance to UK building regulations. This role requires a flexible approach to work, including travel and overtime. Essential qualifications include an 18th Edition I.EE certification and MCS knowledge.

Qualifications

• Experience in installing, testing, and commissioning domestic and/or commercial solar PV systems.
• Must hold a 18th Edition I.EE certification.
• Experience in solar PV or renewables preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of electrical works.
• Report faulty appliances or equipment.
• Operate machinery and equipment safely.

Skills

Installing solar PV systems

Reading electrical schematics

Fault finding

H&S protocols compliance

Risk assessments

Flexibility to work overtime

Education

Recognised Electrical apprenticeship

18th Edition I.EE certification

Solar PV Qualifications

MCS Accreditation

ECS Gold Card

Tools

Full set of tools

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated electrician to work on renewable energy installations, including:

Experience in installing, testing, and commissioning domestic and/or commercial solar PV systems. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings. Competent with DC and AC circuits, inverters, isolators, and fault finding. Familiarity with remote monitoring systems, data loggers, and apps. Strong understanding of H&S protocols, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS). Compliance with UK building regulations and DNO (Distribution Network Operator) requirements. Report faulty appliances, installations or equipment which do not meet safety regulations. Operate machinery and equipment safely and correctly using any safety devices and practices.

Carry out all aspects of electrical works. Willingness to travel regionally (or nationally depending on the role). Flexibility to work overtime or weekends when required.

What we need from you

• You have served a recognised Electrical apprenticeship and/ or appropriate full electrical qualifications (Essential)
• Must hold a 18th Edition I.EE
• MCS Accreditation knowledge or experience (Microgeneration Certification Scheme)
• Experience in solar PV or renewables preferred (training available)
• MCS Accreditation knowledge or experience (Microgeneration Certification Scheme, PAS 2030 familiarity (for roles involving retrofit or funded work) G98/G99 understanding (grid connection regulations)
• Solar PV Qualifications, including one of the below:
  • City & Guilds 2399 – Solar Photovoltaic Installation (now discontinued but still recognised)
  • LCL Awards Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Solar PV Systems
  • BPEC Solar PV Installer Course (essential)
• ECS Gold Card - If you don't have this certification, it must be obtained prior to start date
• Passion for sustainability and innovation
• A full UK driving license under 7 points
• Own a full set of tools