Solar O&M Engineer

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Wadebridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ARM (Advanced Resource Managers) is partnering with an established renewable energy company to recruit an Operations & Maintenance Engineer for Solar PV assets. Based in Wadebridge, the role focuses on ongoing operation, monitoring and maintenance of Solar PV sites across the UK.

You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance, review site performance, and produce accurate reports. A minimum of 5 years in renewables or electrical work, with Solar PV experience, is required, along with a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience within renewable energy or electrical industry.
• Experience in Solar PV installation and maintenance.
• Methodical, accurate and process-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Good IT and computer literacy.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across a portfolio of renewable energy sites.
• Monitor and review asset-managed sites on a rota basis, including occasional weekend cover.
• Identify, investigate and respond to faults, taking a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Review site performance and provide feedback to help improve operational efficiency.
• Complete accurate maintenance reports and technical documentation.
• Travel to renewable energy sites across the UK as required.

Skills

Solar PV experience

Maintenance & monitoring

Communication

IT literacy

UK driving licence

Education

2365-02/03 City & Guilds

2391 City & Guilds

18th Edition BS7671

HV design/maintenance training

Inverter training/certifications

Job description

Operations & Maintenance Engineer - Solar PV

Location: Wadebridge, Cornwall
Salary: £42,000 - £50,000
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

ARM (Advanced Resource Managers) is working in partnership with an established renewable energy company specialising in the design, construction and operation of Solar PV and wind energy systems.

Our client is looking for a motivated and organised Operations & Maintenance Engineer to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in solar PV installation and maintenance to take responsibility for the ongoing operation, monitoring and maintenance of renewable energy assets across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across a portfolio of renewable energy sites.

• Monitor and review asset-managed sites on a rota basis, including occasional weekend cover.

• Identify, investigate and respond to faults, taking a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

• Review site performance and provide feedback to help improve operational efficiency.

• Complete accurate maintenance reports and technical documentation.

• Travel to renewable energy sites across the UK as required.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience within the renewable energy or electrical industry.

• Previous experience in Solar PV installation and maintenance.

• Methodical, accurate and process‑driven approach.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Good IT and computer literacy.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Flexibility to travel and work across the UK.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications

• City & Guilds 2365-02/03, or equivalent/higher qualification.

• City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent inspection and testing qualification.

• 18th Edition BS7671.

• Experience in communications setup and configuration.

• Experience in High Voltage (HV) design, installation and maintenance.

• Inverter manufacturer training or relevant certifications.