Solar Installation Team Leader

Green Carbon Talent; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy solutions provider is seeking a Team Leader for solar PV installations in Reading. You will lead a team of installers, managing site safety and ensuring quality assurance while liaising with clients. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in solar installation, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work at heights. This role offers opportunities for regular national travel to various sites across the UK, contributing to sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in solar PV systems installations.
• Ability to work at heights and manage site safety.
• Must have own vehicle and valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of solar PV installers to ensure project delivery.
• Manage site safety and quality assurance.
• Liaise with clients and operations for smooth progress.

Skills

Panel layout competency

MC4 crimping

Independent solar panel installation

Understanding of fire safety requirements

Conflict resolution

Education

IPAF, CSCS + Working at Height Certification

Tools

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.