Solar O&M Engineer

Arm; Wadebridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ARM (Advanced Resource Managers) partners with an established renewable energy company to recruit an Operations & Maintenance Engineer for Solar PV sites across the UK. The role focuses on the ongoing operation, monitoring and maintenance of renewable assets, ensuring reliability and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years in renewable energy or electrical industries, with solar PV installation/maintenance experience and a methodical, process-driven approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in solar PV installation and maintenance is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are required.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and work on site.

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 weekend cover.
• Identify faults and resolve issues proactively to maintain performance.
• Review site performance and provide feedback to improve operational efficiency.
• Prepare maintenance reports and technical documentation.
• Travel to renewable energy sites across the UK as required.

Skills

Communication

Organization

IT literacy

Driving licence

Travel flexibility

Education

City & Guilds 2365-02/03

City & Guilds 2391

18th Edition BS7671

HV training / certifications

Inverter training

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.