Solar Installation - Team Leader

Green Carbon Talent; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK solar installation company is seeking a Team Leader for solar PV installations in Birmingham. The role involves leading a team, managing safety protocols, and delivering successful projects. Candidates should have substantial experience in solar PV installations, confidence in working at height, and a commitment to safety. A driving license and the ability to travel nationally are essential. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience across various solar PV system installations.
• Must be confident working at height.
• Demonstrated leadership capability and strong safety record.

Responsibilities

• Lead Solar PV installation teams and manage site safety.
• Liaise with clients and ensure successful project delivery.
• Conduct toolbox talks and oversee compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Solar PV installation

Panel layout and string design

Technical drawing interpretation

Conflict resolution

Safety compliance

Education

IPAF certification

CSCS certification

Tools

Multimeter

Job description

Locations of Roles

South West, Midlands and South East England.

Teams

Our client is looking for teams of 4 - 1x Team Leader - 2x Solar Installers - 1x Trainee Solar Installer / Labourer.

42.5hrs per week.

About Us

Our Client is one of the UK’s leading commercial and industrial rooftop solar installers, providing trusted solar and renewable energy solutions. We help businesses reduce energy costs, lower carbon emissions, and become more resilient.

Core Purpose of Role

Lead Solar PV installation teams of 4 (Including yourself), manage site safety and quality assurance, liaise with clients and Operations, and ensure successful project delivery.

Experience Requirements

Extensive experience across various solar PV systems installations.

Demonstrated ability to install independently with minimal supervision.

Must be a driver with own vehicle.

Confident working at height.

Flexible working nationally with regular overnight stays (~4 nights / week, expensed).

Skills & Competencies

Competent in panel layout, string design, and interpreting technical drawings, roof plans, and cable routing diagrams.

Understanding of mounting kit types (flat, trapezoidal steel, pitched roof systems) and ability to square roofs, locate inverters, and plan DC cable routes.

Skilled in independent solar panel installation, MC4 crimping, DC cable termination, multimeter use, and fault finding (dead strings, stringing issues, DC underperformance).

Understanding of fire safety requirements and AC / DC methodology to support electricians.

Ability to review as-built drawings, adjust layouts onsite, ensure commissioning documentation, photos, QA checks, snagging review, and final sign-off.

Able to create or modify site-level RAMS for unexpected variations.

Leadership & Management

Delegate tasks effectively and coach Tier 1 & 2 installers.

Conduct toolbox talks (contractor-only and client-facing).

Skilled in conflict resolution, enforcing safety requirements, and managing on-site pressures.

Demonstrated leadership capability and strong safety record.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with CPP / RAMS and safety controls.

Conduct safety briefings and toolbox talks.

Stop jobs and manage escalations if required.

Lead incident reporting and near-miss documentation.

Mandatory Training & Certifications

IPAF, CSCS + Working at Height, Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness, Harness Training, First Aid (as required)

Completion of all Elevate Tier 1 modules & competency sign-off

IT, Reporting & Communication

Complete daily site reports, weekly progress reports, and digital uploads of forms, photos, and as-built documentation.

Ensure company vehicle compliance and competent use of digital tools (laptop, cloud forms, Microsoft Office).

Provide daily client updates on progress, variations, delivery, and site issues.

Liaise with Operations Manager regarding materials, layout changes, and safety concerns.

Professionally represent the business