Solar Electrician

Astute People; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Solar Electrician/Technician in Tyseley, UK. The role requires experience in utility scale solar, with a salary of up to £50,000. Responsibilities include testing and inspecting electrical systems, troubleshooting on-site issues, and reporting on daily work. A qualification in electrical engineering and fault-finding capability are essential. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a bonus, vehicle, and healthcare, along with genuine training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Company bonus up to 12.5%

Vehicle and fuel card

Private healthcare

Life insurance up to £200,000

Phone, laptop, and equipment provided

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Utility scale solar experience or commercial/industrial scale is required.
• Level 3 electrical qualifications are mandatory.
• 2391 test and inspection certification is needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive works across solar assets.
• Test and inspect electrical systems, trace faults, and rectify issues.
• Liaise with equipment suppliers to troubleshoot on-site issues.
• Complete daily reports on work carried out.
• Conduct fault finding on AC and DC systems.

Skills

Fault-finding ability

Methodical approach

Understanding of HV and LV power electronics

Education

Level 3 electrical qualifications

2391 test and inspection certification

HV AP (desirable)

Tools

Industry instruments and testing equipment

Job description

Astute's Renewables team is very proudly partnered with a huge player in the global solar market. We have a focus on the UK market for them and we're actively looking for a Solar Electrician / Technician to join the team. The client delivers varying services, from O&M to full design and system integration.

This position is field based and we're looking for a Solar Electrician / Technician with a basic salary of up to £50,000 and you'd also receive a hugely impressive benefits package. Large scale / utility scale solar experience is key in achieving the top end of the salary bracket.

If you're a Solar Technician, Solar Electrician, or Solar Engineer looking to work for a key organisation in the market, then submit your CV to apply today.

There is genuine training and development with this role too, with internal succession planning and development being absolutely key to their growth.

Responsibilities and Duties of the Solar Electrician / Technician Role

• Planned and reactive works across a variety of ground mount solar assets.
• Testing and inspecting the electrical systems, tracing faults and rectifying where possible.
• Liaising with specialist equipment suppliers to troubleshoot issues on site.
• Daily reports on the work carried out on site.
• Fault finding on both AC and DC systems.
• Taking into account all HSE legislation when carrying out any work.
• Supervising third-party contractors on site if and when required.
• Participating in an occasional weekend rota, with additional pay as a result.
• Occasional working and staying away.

Professional Qualifications

• Utility scale solar experience or commercial/industrial scale.
• Level 3 electrical qualifications.
• 2391 test and inspection certification.
• HV AP is desirable.
• Good working knowledge of key industry instruments and testing equipment.

Personal Skills

• Good at fault‑finding and has a methodical approach.
• Strong understanding of HV and LV power electronics, including transformers and inverters.

Salary and Benefits of the Solar Electrician / Technician Role

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience.
• Company bonus up to 12.5%.
• Vehicle and fuel card.
• Private healthcare.
• Life insurance worth up to £200,000.
• Phone, laptop, and equipment provided.
• Flexible working.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.