Solar PV Electrician

Porterhouse Recruitment Ltd; Liverpool; In loco; GBP 35.000 - 55.000; Part-time

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Fully expensed van

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Porterhouse Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Solar PV Electrician in Liverpool to install and maintain domestic, commercial and industrial solar PV systems as part of a self-employed role.

You will handle DC/AC wiring, control wiring, earthing and bonding, and ensure compliance with UK electrical regulations while coordinating with engineers and site teams.

The position offers a competitive rate and a fully expensed van, with opportunities for progression within the team.

Competenze

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification (2382).
• Previous solar PV experience.
• Knowledge of inverters, optimisers, hybrid systems and energy storage.
• Full UK driving licence.

Mansioni

• Install, commission and maintain domestic, commercial and industrial solar PV systems.
• Complete DC wiring: module strings, fuses, isolators, string combiners and cable containment.
• Complete AC wiring: inverter outputs, distribution boards, generation meters, CT clamps and backup circuits.
• Wire controls: Ethernet, RS485 and Wi-Fi monitoring, rapid shutdown and optimiser circuits.
• Earth and bond arrays and support structures, integrating surge protection devices (SPDs).
• Inspect, test and verify systems; diagnose faults and inverter issues.
• Prepare commissioning records and test sheets; submit DNO notifications.
• Check compliance with applicable UK electrical regulations, solar standards and codes.
• Work safely and coordinate delivery with engineers, roofers and apprentices.

Formazione

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382)

Previous solar PV experience

Knowledge of inverters, optimisers, hybrid systems and energy storage

Full UK driving licence

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

Solar PV Electrician

Location: Liverpool

Self-employed with competitive rate and Fully expensed van provided

The company

A national renewable energy specialist delivering solar PV, battery storage and EV charging for homes and businesses. The business provides surveys, system design, installation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance, supported by experienced installation teams and a focus on quality, safety and customer service.

An experienced solar electrician is required, covering DC, AC, control wiring, earthing and bonding across varied PV installations.

Key responsibilities

• Install, commission and maintain domestic, commercial and industrial solar PV systems.
• Complete DC wiring: module strings, fuses, isolators, string combiners and cable containment.
• Complete AC wiring: inverter outputs, distribution boards, generation meters, CT clamps and backup circuits.
• Wire controls: Ethernet, RS485 and Wi-Fi monitoring, rapid shutdown and optimiser circuits.
• Earth and bond arrays and support structures, integrating surge protection devices (SPDs).
• Inspect, test and verify systems; diagnose faults and inverter issues.
• Prepare commissioning records and test sheets; submit DNO notifications.
• Check compliance with applicable UK electrical regulations, solar standards and codes.
• Work safely and coordinate delivery with engineers, roofers and apprentices.

Essential qualifications and experience

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification (2382).
• Previous solar PV experience.
• Knowledge of inverters, optimisers, hybrid systems and energy storage.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable: C&G 2391 Inspection and Testing or equivalent; CSCS or ECS card.

Technical knowledge – current applicable requirements

• BS 7671, 18th Edition and applicable amendments, including Part 7, Section 712 for solar PV systems; Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
• IET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.
• MCS solar PV installation requirements (MIS 3002), roof mounting certification (MCS 012), applicable inverter requirements and battery installation requirements (MIS 3012) for hybrid systems.
• DNO and grid-connection requirements: ENA G98, G99 and G100 export limitation where applicable.
• Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015; Working at Height Regulations 2005; Manual Handling Operations Regulations; Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER).
• Compliance with risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• BS EN 62446-1 for PV testing, documentation and commissioning; building-integrated PV requirements, including BS EN 50583 where applicable; BS EN 62305 for lightning protection, surge protection and bonding.

Support available: Tools and PPE; ongoing CPD and manufacturer training; a supportive team and development towards senior electrician or supervisor responsibilities.