Solar O&M Engineer - Oxford

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company pension

Career progression

Job summary

ARM is seeking an experienced O&M Engineer to service commercial solar PV systems nationwide. The role is field-based across rooftop and ground-mount installations, with occasional overnight stays and travel.

You will conduct inspections, fault diagnosis, and preventative maintenance, manage subcontractors for larger works, and contribute to high client satisfaction while maintaining safety and accurate records.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations 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.

Skills

Solar PV maintenance

Health & Safety awareness

Working at height

MEWP training

Willingness to travel

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations

Job description

O&M Engineer - Solar PV

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

Location: Oxford

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.