Solar PV Electrician

Kelly Rail; Wembley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

PPE provided

Job summary

Kelly Rail is seeking an experienced Solar PV Electrician to join our UK-based renewable energy installation team. You will work on residential, commercial, and industrial solar PV systems, wiring DC/AC/control/earthing, and ensuring compliance with UK standards.

You will need NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation, 18th Edition, and ideally C&G 2391, with knowledge of inverters and energy storage. A full UK driving licence and CSCS/ECS card are preferred.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation is required.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382) is essential.
• Previous solar PV experience is essential.
• Knowledge of inverters, optimisers, hybrid systems and energy storage is preferred.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• CSCS or ECS card is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and maintain residential, commercial, and industrial solar PV systems.
• Carry out wiring at all levels (DC, AC, control, earthing) per UK regs.
• Verify compliance with UK solar PV standards and Codes of Practice.
• Conduct testing, inspection, fault-finding, inverter diagnostics, and system verification.
• Complete commissioning documentation and DNO notifications.
• Ensure safe working practices in line with UK H&S regs.
• Collaborate with engineers, roofers, and apprentices on project delivery.

Skills

Solar PV wiring

Electrical installation

Regulations knowledge

Inverter knowledge

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382)

C&G 2391 (or equivalent)

Tools

Tools for electrical installation

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Solar PV Electricianto join our UK-based renewable energy installation team. The successful candidate will be competent working on all levels of solar PV wiring—DC, AC, control, earthing—and fully familiar with UK electrical regulations, solar-specific standards, and best practices.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Install, commission, and maintain residential, commercial, and industrial solar PV systems
• Carry out all levels of wiring, including:
• DC wiring:module strings, fuse protection, isolators, string combiners, cable containment
• AC wiring:inverter outputs, distribution boards, generation meters, CT clamps, backup circuits
• Control wiring:monitoring systems (Ethernet, RS485, Wi-Fi), rapid shutdown/optimiser circuits
• Earthing & bonding:arrays, support structures, SPD integration
• Verify compliance with all UK solar PV standards and Codes of Practice
• Conduct testing, inspection, fault-finding, inverter diagnostics, and system verification
• Complete commissioning documentation, test sheets, and DNO notifications
• Ensure safe working practices in line with UK H&S regulations
• Work collaboratively with engineers, roofers, and apprentices on project delivery

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for experienced electricians with the below experience and accreditations.

Primary Electrical Regulations:

• BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), 18th Edition (including latest Amendments)
  • Part 7 & Section 712 (PV power supply systems
• Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 (EAWR)

Solar PV–Specific Codes of Practice:

• IET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems(latest edition)
• MCS Standards (for MCS-compliant installations):
  • MIS 3002– Solar PV installation standard
  • MCS 012– Roof mounting kit certification
  • MCS 017– Battery storage installation requirements (if hybrid systems)
  • MCS 004– Inverter product certification

DNO/Grid Connection Requirements:

• ENA Engineering Recommendations:
  • G98– Microgeneration (<16A per phase)
  • G99– Systems >16A per phase
  • (Plus G100 Export Limitation where applicable)

Health, Safety & Construction

• CDM 2015 Regulations
• Working at Height Regulations 2005
• Manual Handling Operations Regulations
• Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)
• Risk assessment & method statement (RAMS) compliance

Other Relevant Standards

• BS EN 62446-1– Requirements for testing, documentation, and commissioning of PV systems
• BS EN 50583– Building-integrated PV (where applicable)
• BS EN 62305– Lightning protection (SPDs and bonding integration)

What We’re Looking For:

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382)
• C&G 2391 (or equivalent) Inspection & Testing desirable
• Previous solar PV experience essential
• Knowledge of inverters, optimisers, hybrid systems, and energy storage
• Full UK driving licence
• CSCS or ECS card preferred

What You’ll Get in Return:

• Competitive PAYE salary
• 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Career progression into senior electrician/supervisor roles
• Ongoing CPD and manufacturer training
• Company vehicle, tools, and PPE
• Supportive team environment in a growing renewable sector

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a role where your organisation and efficiency truly make a difference, and you want to be part of a growing, supportive team—we’d love to hear from you.