Site Technician (Solar) - (Milton Keynes / Newmarket)

BayWare; Milton Keynes; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Solar Technician to support maintenance activities across utility-scale solar assets in the Buckinghamshire/Bedfordshire area. This home-based role involves daily travel and requires compliance with safety regulations, effective communication, and maintenance skills. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in solar farm operations.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Life Assurance Cover

Company Pension Scheme

Flexible Working Environment

Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme

Excellent Company Culture

Mental Health First Aid support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working on ground-mounted solar farms.
• Desirable: HV qualifications such as AP15 or OP40.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance for solar plants.
• Monitor compliance with company obligations.
• Participate in on-call rota for non-working hours.

Skills

Computer literacy

Ability to work under own initiative

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

C&G 2330 level 2/3 or equivalent qualification

C&G BS7671 17th/18th edition

Job description

BayWa r.e. Operation Services Limited offers comprehensive operations and maintenance services to solar energy plants and wind plants across the UK and Ireland. We utilise our international experience as well as the expert knowledge of our local teams to deliver centralised, state-of-the-art data management and monitoring. Our commitment is to deliver our services by setting industry standards and constantly innovating to improve the value we add for our customers.

About the role

We are recruiting into our Solar Technical team, to support and carry out all preventive and corrective maintenance activities across a portfolio of utility-scale solar assets in the Buckinghamshire / Bedfordshire area.

This role will be home-based but will require daily travel within the region with occasional travel to other parts of the UK.

What you will do

1. Understand the company's detailed obligations regarding the Site/Lead Technician's assigned sites, and ensure, monitor, and report on compliance with those obligations.
2. Be aware of HSE issues, report any on-site issues to the Regional Manager and HSE Manager, and implement necessary measures to improve HSE.
3. Perform scheduled maintenance and corrective maintenance works (including HV maintenance) for solar plants to ensure successful ongoing operation.
4. Take primary on-site responsibility for plant performance, work quality, and site appearance (both electrical, landscaping, and others).
5. Maintain regular contact with the Regional Manager and O&M coordinator to coordinate site works effectively and seek guidance where needed.
6. Effectively resolve work tickets with other Site Technicians and report back to the Asset Manager, O&M coordinator, or Regional Manager in a professional, complete, and timely manner.
7. Liaise with internal and external parties such as in-house LV, HV, and Ground maintenance teams, subcontractors, and other third parties as directed.
8. Undertake all required training and development diligently and professionally.
9. Participate in the company's on-call rota for non-working hours, including bank holidays and weekends.

What you bring

• C&G 2330 level 2/3 or equivalent qualification.
• C&G BS7671 17th/18th edition.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Team player.
• Full UK Driving License.
• Desirable: Attention to detail.
• Desirable: HV qualifications such as AP15 or OP40 or equivalent, and a personal switching log.
• Desirable: Qualifications or training in specific PV inverter technologies; Communications or networking qualifications; IOSH or NEBOSH.
• Experience working on ground-mounted solar farms.

What’s in it for you?

• Private Health Insurance
• Life Assurance Cover
• Company Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working Environment
• Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme
• Excellent Company Culture
• Mental Health First Aid support
• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 access to counselling
• Access to benefits portal with discounts, health advice, and financial resources
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (eligibility after 12 months)

Benefits may vary by location and are not legally binding.

About BayWa r.e.

BayWa r.e. is the home for change makers. We r.e.think energy—how it is produced, stored, and used to enable the renewable energy transition essential for our planet's future. Operating in 30 countries with over 4,000 employees, we collaborate globally to shape the future of energy.

You matter to us

We are committed to fostering equity, inclusion, and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are an equal opportunity employer, ensuring an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.

Your Contact

Tracy Lincoln