Solar O&M Engineer - North West

ARM; Ringway; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Excellent career progression

Company pension

Job summary

ARM is seeking an experienced O&M Engineer to maintain and service commercial Solar PV systems across the UK, with occasional overnight stays. This field-based role covers rooftop and ground-mount installations and includes inspections, fault diagnosis, and system upgrades.

You will hold an NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations (or equivalent) with an ECS Gold Card, the 18th Edition Regulations, and a willingness to travel nationwide.

Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance of commercial Solar PV systems.
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge and permit to work.
• Willingness to travel nationally and work in a field-based team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, fault diagnosis, and maintenance on Solar PV systems.
• Deliver system re-powers, component replacements, and upgrades.
• Manage subcontractors for larger remedial works.
• Communicate with clients on-site and document logs and reports.
• Travel nationwide, with occasional overnight stays.

Skills

Electrical Installations expertise

Health & Safety awareness

Willingness to travel nationally

Ability to work at height

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations

ECS Gold Card

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

AM2 (desirable)

2391/2394/2395 (desirable)

Tools

MEWP training

Mansafe training

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.