Solar PV Electrician

CBW Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 37,800 - 46,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Bonus scheme

Training & development

Company pension

Uniform & PPE

Job summary

CBW Ltd is seeking an experienced Solar PV Electrician to install and commission Solar PV, Battery Storage, EV Charging and ASHP electrical systems across Scotland and the UK. You will perform wiring, inverters and consumer unit upgrades while following industry standards.

Join dedicated installation teams, work safely, and contribute to high-quality renewable energy projects. A strong focus on compliance, documentation and customer liaison is essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) required.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations required.
• Inspection & Testing qualification (2391 or equivalent) required.
• Solar PV Installation qualification preferred.
• Electrical Energy Storage (Battery Storage) qualification preferred.
• EV Charging qualification preferred.
• ECS/JIB Gold Card required.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Minimum three years' electrical installation experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission and test Solar PV, Battery Storage, EV Charging and ASHP electrical systems.
• Complete AC/DC wiring, inverters, consumer unit upgrades and associated electrical works.
• Carry out inspection, testing, fault finding and certification in accordance with BS 7671 and relevant industry standards.
• Ensure all installations comply with MCS, G98/G99 and current electrical regulations.
• Accurately complete digital job records, certification and quality assurance documentation.
• Liaise professionally with customers, site teams and project managers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and workmanship, supporting labourers and apprentices.

Skills

BS 7671 knowledge

Safe isolation procedures

Digital job management

Customer liaison

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Inspection & Testing qualification (2391 or equivalent)

Solar PV Installation qualification

Electrical Energy Storage (Battery Storage) qualification

EV Charging qualification

ECS/JIB Gold Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Job Description

Solar PV Electrician - Battery Storage & EV Charging - Central Belt - Salary up to £42,000 DOE

Due to continued growth in the renewable energy sector, we are recruiting experienced professionals to support the delivery of residential and commercial Solar PV and Battery Storage installations across Scotland and the wider UK.

Successful candidates will join dedicated installation teams, working together to deliver high-quality renewable energy systems safely, efficiently, and to industry standards.

Each Installation Team Typically Consists Of

• Solar PV Roofer - Responsible for all roofing and mechanical aspects of the installation, including mounting systems, solar panel installation, weatherproofing, and providing day-to-day guidance to the site labourer.
• Renewable Energy Electricians (2 positions per team) - Responsible for the installation, testing, commissioning, and certification of Solar PV and Battery Storage systems, including AC/DC wiring, inverters, and associated electrical equipment in accordance with current industry regulations.
• Skilled Labourer - Provides general site support, material handling, and assistance to both the roofing and electrical teams while gaining valuable experience within the renewable energy industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission and test Solar PV, Battery Storage, EV Charging and Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) electrical systems.
• Complete AC/DC wiring, inverters, consumer unit upgrades and associated electrical works.
• Carry out inspection, testing, fault finding and certification in accordance with BS 7671 and relevant industry standards.
• Ensure all installations comply with MCS, G98/G99 and current electrical regulations.
• Accurately complete digital job records, certification and quality assurance documentation, including photographic evidence where required.
• Liaise professionally with customers, site teams and project managers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and workmanship, supporting labourers and apprentices where required.

Person Specification

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Inspection & Testing qualification (2391 or equivalent)
• Solar PV Installation qualification
• Electrical Energy Storage (Battery Storage) qualification
• EV Charging qualification
• ECS/JIB Gold Card
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Minimum three years' electrical installation experience
• Strong knowledge of BS 7671 and safe isolation procedures
• Comfortable using tablets or digital job management systems
• Desirable:
• Experience installing Solar PV, Battery Storage and EV Charging systems.
• Experience working on social housing or large-scale renewable energy programmes.
• Knowledge of G98/G99 grid connection requirements.
• Manufacturer training on leading renewable energy products is advantageous but not essential.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Career progression within a growing renewable energy business.
• Company pension.
• Uniform, PPE and specialist tools provided.
• Accommodation and meal tickets provided when working away where required.
• Consistent workload across Solar PV, Battery Storage, EV Charging and Heat Pump projects.
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement.