Renewable Technician

Build Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled electrician to work on renewable energy installations across the UK. The ideal candidate will have experience with solar PV systems, interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring compliance with safety and building regulations. A full set of tools and a driving license are required. Training available for passionate candidates interested in renewables.

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or full electrical qualifications.
• MCS Accreditation knowledge or experience is preferred.
• ECS Gold Card must be obtained by start date.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission solar PV systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Report faulty equipment and maintain compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Installation of solar PV systems

Reading electrical schematics

Health & Safety compliance

Fault finding in circuits

Knowledge of building regulations

Operating machinery safely

Education

18th Edition I.EE

City & Guilds 2399

LCL Awards Level 3

BPEC 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.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