Solar Installation Team Leader

Green Carbon Talent; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Team Leader for solar PV installations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in installing solar systems, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety compliance on-site. Responsibilities include managing installation teams, ensuring quality assurance, and providing updates to clients. This position requires confident working at height and the ability to handle tasks independently. Regular overnight stays may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in solar PV installations.
• Confident working at height and managing teams.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and strong safety record.

Responsibilities

• Lead solar PV installation teams ensuring safety and quality.
• Complete daily site reports and updates to clients.
• Delegate tasks and conduct toolbox talks.

Skills

Panel layout

Solar panel installation

DC cable termination

Fault finding

Conflict resolution

Education

IPAF, CSCS + Working at Height

Manual Handling Certification

Asbestos Awareness Training

Tools

Multimeter

Digital tools (laptop, Microsoft Office)

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.

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