Solar Farm Ground Maintenance Technician – O&M

Lightsource Bp; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Ground Maintenance Technician to work on solar farms. The role involves maintaining ground works, cleaning solar panels, and assisting with emergencies on-site. Candidates must have experience in ground maintenance or agriculture, a full UK driving licence, and be willing to stay overnight when required. The company offers competitive salaries and a variety of benefits, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and personal development.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Pension

Other local benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in ground maintenance, land management or agriculture is essential.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Experience with tractor driving and trailer licence.
• PA1, PA6, PA2 certifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ground maintenance works of solar farms.
• Clean solar panels using a tractor-mounted rotating brush.
• Undertake trenching, digging, and repairs as needed.
• Manage schedules based on ground and weather conditions.

Skills

Ground maintenance experience

Good IT skills

Professional communication

Self-motivation

Problem-solving attitude

Education

Minimum GCSEs or similar experience

Tools

Tractor

Strimmer

Brush cutter

Heavy-duty flails

Job description

A leading renewable energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Ground Maintenance Technician to work on solar farms. The role involves maintaining ground works, cleaning solar panels, and assisting with emergencies on-site. Candidates must have experience in ground maintenance or agriculture, a full UK driving licence, and be willing to stay overnight when required. The company offers competitive salaries and a variety of benefits, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and personal development.