Solar Field Service Engineer – Training & Company Vehicle

Hirecracker; Reading; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Overtime available

Structured training

Job summary

Hirecracker is seeking a Field Service Engineer – Solar to join the South region, covering Reading, Newbury, Basingstoke, Guildford and nearby towns. You will travel from home to solar sites with the regional team, performing maintenance, inspections and repairs to keep equipment safe and operating.

No prior solar experience is required; structured training will be provided and you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to develop expertise while progressing toward LV1 authorisation.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification required or training to achieve Level 2/3.
• Level 3 preferred; Level 2 considered based on experience.
• Full, clean driving licence required.
• Willingness to learn solar technology and complete assessments.
• 18th Edition and testing qualifications would be advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Inspect and maintain inverters and electrical equipment.
• Investigate faults and complete testing.
• Reflect site conditions and maintain equipment.
• Record completed work and report defects.
• Work with planners and senior engineers to resolve issues.
• Maintain vehicle, tools and equipment.
• Follow risk assessments and electrical safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical qualification

Full driving licence

Willingness to learn solar tech

Health and safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Flexibility to travel

Weekend rota readiness

Education

Electrical Level 2/3 qualification

Job description

Hirecracker is seeking a Field Service Engineer – Solar to join the South region, covering Reading, Newbury, Basingstoke, Guildford and nearby towns. You will travel from home to solar sites with the regional team, performing maintenance, inspections and repairs to keep equipment safe and operating.

No prior solar experience is required; structured training will be provided and you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to develop expertise while progressing toward LV1 authorisation.