Solar Installation Labourer

Build Recruitment; Redruth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading south western electrical contractor is seeking a labourer for solar PV installation in West Cornwall. This temporary role involves assisting with installations and related tasks at various residential and commercial sites. No prior solar experience is necessary, but candidates must hold a CSCS card, have a driving licence, and be willing to complete a Working at Heights course. Strong work ethic and adaptability are important for success in this role.

Qualifications

• No previous solar PV experience is required, but a CSCS card is essential.
• Willingness to travel across 3 different sites within West Cornwall.
• Driving licence and transport needed.

Responsibilities

• Support solar PV installation and related tasks on several sites.
• Assist with equipment handling and site preparation.
• Travel to different sites and potentially work at heights after training.

Skills

Good work ethic

Good timekeeping

Team player

Willingness to adapt

Education

CSCS card

Job description

Solar PV installation labourer- Residential & Commercial

Job locations - Camborne, Penznace, Helston, West Cornwall

This is a temporary role working with a leading south western electrical contractor. You would be tasked with supporting their solar PV installation & renewable energy sector of the business. They cover many areas around Devon and Cornwall, servicing both residential and commercial builds.

If you have any background experience in solar installs or roofing this would be a bonus but experience is not essential. This is essentially a general labour only role.

Responsibilities

You will be involved in supporting the solar PV installation and related tasks across multiple sites, assisting with equipment handling, site preparation, and on‑site work under supervision. You will travel across three different sites in West Cornwall and may work at heights after completing a working at heights course.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous solar PV experience is not required.
• CSCS card.
• Willingness to travel across 3 different sites within the West Cornwall area.
• Driving licence and transport needed.
• Must be happy to sit a Working at Heights course.
• Professional at all times.
• Good work ethic.
• Good timekeeping.
• Versatile, willing to adapt to different tasks, team player.

Please apply or contact Ben Peel at Build Recruitment - South West for further details on (phone number removed).

We’ll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We will also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process.