Solar O&M Engineer - North West

Arm; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension

Job summary

ARM is recruiting an O&M Engineer for Solar PV in Manchester. The role is fully field-based, carrying out inspections, maintenance and remedial work on commercial rooftop and ground‑mount systems nationwide.

You will travel nationwide with occasional overnight stays, work both alone and as part of a wider engineering team, and receive a company vehicle and pension. NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations and 18th Edition are required.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations

ECS Gold Card

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

AM2

2391/2394/2395

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.