Solar O&M Engineer – North West

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company pension

Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd is seeking an experienced O&M Engineer for Solar PV projects in Manchester. The role is field-based, focusing on inspections, maintenance, and remedial work across rooftop and ground-mount systems nationwide.

You will conduct fault diagnosis, deliver re-powers and upgrades, and manage subcontractors. A UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally are essential, with occasional overnight stays expected.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations (or equivalent) and ECS Gold Card.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, fault diagnosis, and preventative maintenance on commercial rooftop and ground-mount Solar PV systems.
• Deliver system re-powers, component replacements, and performance upgrades.
• Manage subcontractors for larger or specialist remedial works.
• Communicate professionally with clients on-site, providing updates and ensuring high satisfaction levels.
• Complete accurate work logs, inspection records, and technical reports.
• Travel nationwide with occasional overnight stays.

Skills

Health & Safety

Electrical systems

Working at height

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations

ECS Gold Card

Tools

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

O&M Engineer - Solar PV

Salary: £45,000-£50,000 + Company Vehicle + Pension

Location: Manchester

ARM is supporting a rapidly growing specialist provider within the commercial and industrial Solar PV sector in their search for an experienced and motivated O&M Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business during an exciting growth phase, offering genuine progression and responsibility as the team expands.

The role is fully field-based, carrying out inspections, maintenance, and remedial work across a range of rooftop and ground-mount solar PV systems nationwide. Occasional overnight stays will be required, and the position will involve both lone working and working as part of a wider engineering team.

The Role

• Conduct inspections, fault diagnosis, and preventative maintenance on commercial rooftop and ground-mount Solar PV systems.
• Deliver system re-powers, component replacements, and performance upgrades.
• Manage subcontractors for larger or specialist remedial works.
• Communicate professionally with clients on-site, providing updates and ensuring high satisfaction levels.
• Complete accurate work logs, inspection records, and technical reports.
• Travel nationwide with occasional overnight stays.

Skills & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations (or equivalent) and ECS Gold Card.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

• Desirable: AM2, 2391/2394/2395.
• Proven experience in commercial Solar PV maintenance and electrical work.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, including Permit to Work and safe systems of work.
• Comfortable working at height; MEWP/mansafe training can be provided.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000 (depending on experience).
• Company vehicle.
• Excellent career progression as the organisation continues to expand.
• Company pension.