Solar O&M Technician - Van, Fuel Card & Overtime

Astute People; Holsworthy; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health cover

Life insurance

Company van and fuel card (personaluse

Company pension

33 days holiday inc. BH

Company bonus

Job summary

Astute is seeking a Solar O&M Technician to join its Renewables team in the UK. The role offers a salary up to £40,000 plus a company van and fuel card, door-to-door payments, and potential overtime.

Qualified Electrician with Level 3 and valid UK driving licence encouraged to apply. You will report to the Area Manager, perform maintenance on solar and battery storage assets, ensure HSE compliance, test DC/AC systems, update firmware, and analyse data to improve operations.

Qualifications

• At least a level 3 qualification in electrical installation.
• 2391 test and inspection is hugely preferred.
• Solar experience is preferred but not essential.
• Any health and safety qualifications are a benefit.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Report to Area Manager and ensure the best performance of large-scale renewable energy assets.
• Perform operations and maintenance duties across solar and battery storage sites.
• Adhere to all HSE requirements while completing duties.
• Test both DC and AC systems, locate faults and trace issues.
• Conduct firmware updates and use computer systems to diagnose asset issues.
• Regular inspection, maintenance and testing of systems.
• Analyze trends and use data to propose operational improvements.
• Occasional electrical works across site facilities and electrics.
• Be flexible to work across patches as needed.

Skills

Fault finding

On-site maintenance

Site visits

Adaptability

Education

Electrical installation level 3

2391 test and inspection (preferred)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Astute is seeking a Solar O&M Technician to join its Renewables team in the UK. The role offers a salary up to £40,000 plus a company van and fuel card, door-to-door payments, and potential overtime.

Qualified Electrician with Level 3 and valid UK driving licence encouraged to apply. You will report to the Area Manager, perform maintenance on solar and battery storage assets, ensure HSE compliance, test DC/AC systems, update firmware, and analyse data to improve operations.