Solar PV Installer

Organizabox; Wadebridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Valoris Group is recruiting Renewable Energy Engineers / Solar PV Installers to support solar projects across the UK. The role offers hands-on work, a chance to apply roofing or construction skills to renewables, and regular site travel with some nights away from home.

Ideal candidates have practical experience in energy, roofing or construction, good communication, and a commitment to safety and quality workmanship. Permanent employment with varied UK projects awaits.

Qualifications

• Experience in renewable energy, roofing or construction preferred.
• Strong workmanship ethic and attention to detail.
• Good communication and organisational skills required.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and stay away from home on occasions.
• Flexibility for evenings and weekends as project needs arise.
• Must hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of solar PV systems.
• Support planned maintenance and operations on existing installations.
• Collaborate with engineers and installation teams to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Follow site instructions, processes and health and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate work records and report progress to the team.
• Deliver high workmanship standards on every project.

Skills

Renewable energy

Quality workmanship

Communication

Attention to detail

Travel flexibility

Evening/weekend work

Full driving licence

Tools

CSCS card

MEWP 3a/3b

Working at Height

Telehandler qualification

Job description

Renewable Energy Engineer / Solar PV Installer

Location: Cornwall base, with projects across the UK

Salary: Highly competitive, with scope to match or improve your current salary depending on experience

Employment Type: Permanent

Build your career in renewable energy

Valoris Group is recruiting Renewable Energy Engineers / Solar PV Installers on behalf of an established renewable energy business.

This is an opportunity to put your practical skills to work on solar projects across the UK, joining an experienced team delivering installations and keeping renewable energy systems performing at their best.

Whether you already have solar PV experience or bring a strong background in roofing or construction, we would like to hear from you.

The Opportunity

You will support the installation, operation and maintenance of solar PV systems at sites nationwide. The work offers variety, hands-on involvement and the opportunity to broaden your experience within the renewable energy sector.

This role involves regular working away from home. You will need to be comfortable travelling across the UK and working flexibly around project requirements, including evenings and weekends where necessary.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assisting with the installation of solar PV systems.
• Supporting planned maintenance and operational work on existing installations.
• Working closely with engineers and installation teams to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Following site instructions, installation processes and health and safety procedures.
• Maintaining accurate work records and communicating progress to the wider team.
• Delivering a high standard of workmanship across every project.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in renewable energy, roofing or general construction.
• A practical approach and pride in the quality of your work.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A methodical, accurate approach to completing tasks.
• Flexibility to travel nationwide and regularly stay away from home.
• Availability for evening and weekend work when projects require it.
• A full driving licence.

Useful Skills And Qualifications

The following would strengthen your application, although they are not essential:

• Previous solar PV installation experience.
• Asbestos Awareness.
• Telehandler qualification.
• MEWP categories 3a and 3b.
• Working at Height training.
• Manual Handling training.
• Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace.
• CSCS card.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• Permanent employment within the renewable energy sector.
• Varied projects across the UK.
• Experience across both solar installation and ongoing maintenance.
• The opportunity to contribute your roofing or construction skills to renewable energy projects.