Renewable Technician

Build Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency is seeking a skilled electrician to work on renewable energy installations. The role involves installing and testing solar PV systems, reading electrical schematics, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Candidates must have a recognized electrical apprenticeship, 18th Edition I.E.E., and ideally, experience in solar PV. A passion for sustainability is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Completed a recognized Electrical apprenticeship or possesses full electrical qualifications.
• Experience in solar PV or renewables is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installing, testing, and commissioning solar PV systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics.
• Conducting risk assessments and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Installing solar PV systems

Reading electrical schematics

Fault finding

Health and safety protocols

Compliance with UK regulations

Ability to operate machinery safely

Education

18th Edition I.E.E.

MCS Accreditation

Solar PV installer course

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.E.E.
• 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 retrofit or funded work) and 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.