Solar PV Electrician

Streamline Search Ltd.; Rolvenden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Annual bonus

Healthcare plan

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Additional benefits

Job summary

Streamline Search Ltd. is seeking an experienced Solar PV Electrician for a hands-on role covering solar PV, battery storage and EV charging installations across the Kent and South East region.

You will install, service and fault-find solar systems on domestic and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with current regulations and company standards while maintaining high customer service standards. A full UK driving licence and relevant electrical qualifications are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Proven experience within electrical installation.
• Experience with Solar PV systems is highly desirable.
• Experience with battery storage and EV charging systems advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission solar PV systems, battery storage systems and EV charging equipment.
• Carry out servicing, maintenance, fault-finding and repairs on existing solar PV systems.
• Complete electrical testing, commissioning and associated certification in line with current regulations and manufacturer requirements.
• Work with roofers and site teams to complete installations safely and to a high standard.
• Ensure works comply with BS 7671, regulations, manufacturer guidelines and company standards.
• Complete RAMS, handover documents, testing records and site paperwork accurately.
• Identify and resolve technical issues on site with effective fault-finding.
• Maintain high health and safety standards across all sites and procedures.
• Represent the company professionally when working with customers and clients.

Skills

Electrical installation experience

Fault-finding

Customer-focused

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

Battery storage installations

EV charging systems familiarity

Job description

Solar PV Electrician Salary: £40,000

£45,000 DOE

Location: Kent & South East

Hours: Monday to Friday

• Benefits: Company van, annual bonus scheme, healthcare plan, 25 days holiday Bank Holidays, company pension, EV salary sacrifice scheme and additional company benefits

Our client is a well-established and growing renewable energy business specialising in the design, installation and maintenance of solar PV systems across the Kent and South east region.

Working across both domestic and commercial projects, they have built a strong reputation for high-quality workmanship, technical expertise and excellent customer service.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Solar PV Electrician to join their growing direct delivery team.

This is a hands-on role covering solar PV, battery storage and EV charging installations, alongside servicing, maintenance and fault-finding.

Solar PV Electrician

Position Overview

Install and commission solar PV systems, battery storage systems and EV charging equipment.

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, fault-finding and repairs on existing solar PV systems.
• Complete electrical testing, commissioning and associated certification in line with current regulations and manufacturer requirements.
• Work closely with roofers and site teams to ensure installations are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Ensure all works comply with BS 7671, relevant regulations, manufacturer guidelines and company standards.
• Complete RAMS, handover documentation, testing records and other site paperwork accurately.
• Identify and resolve technical issues on site, providing effective fault-finding and problem-solving.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety across all sites and ensure company procedures are followed.
• Represent the company professionally when working directly with customers and clients.

Solar PV Electrician

Position Requirements

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Installation or equivalent.

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Proven experience within electrical installation.
• Previous experience working with Solar PV systems is highly desirable.
• Experience with battery storage and/or EV charging systems would be advantageous.
• Confident carrying out electrical testing, fault-finding and commissioning.
• Good understanding of current electrical regulations and safe working practices.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Professional and customer-focused approach when working on customer sites.
• Comfortable working across a variety of domestic and commercial properties.
• Full UK driving licence.
• A genuine interest in renewable energy and willingness to undertake further training and development.