Solar PV Technical Manager

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable services seeks a Solar PV Technical Manager in Preston. This senior role focuses on managing installations, customer interaction, and team leadership. Candidates should be fully qualified electricians with significant solar PV experience, ready for a full-time commitment and career growth.

Benefits

Career progression within a fast growing business

Qualifications

• Experience in the electrical industry (min 3 years).
• Min 2 years in solar PV (domestic).
• Demonstrable project and team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the installation process from start to final commissioning.
• Act as the main point of contact for customers.
• Oversee project delivery schedules and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Technical Knowledge of Solar PV Systems

Education

Fully qualified Approved Electrician (NVQ Level 3, AM2, 18th Edition)

Valid Testing & Inspection qualification (e.g. City & Guilds 2391)

Level 3 of Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS) OR equivalent

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preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Solar PV Technical Manager

Sustainable Building Services is a multi-award-winning retrofit decarbonisation turnkey service provider and principal contractor delivering at scale across all housing tenure types, including social, owner-occupied and private rental homes.

We are now recruiting for a Solar PV Technical Manager to develop and grow our installation team for Solar PV/Battery Storage and other MCS products, in addition to providing technical and design support to our projects teams delivering renewable and clean heat decarbonisation schemes in the social housing and domestic markets.

About the role:

We are looking for a Solar PV Technical Manager to join our team and take full responsibility for managing the technical delivery of installations, from start through to final commissioning and handover. This is a senior, operational role that combines project management, technical oversight and customer service.

The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified Approved Electrician with proven experience leading teams and managing solar PV projects. You will also act as a Nominated Technical Person (NTP) for our MCS certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• To take full responsibility/ownership of the installation process
• Act as the main point of contact for the customer throughout the project
• Manage direct labour and subcontracted installers, ensuring quality and performance
• Oversee project delivery schedules and coordinate with internal and external teams
• Order and manage materials, working closely with suppliers
• Attend site during key stages and oversee final commissioning
• Ensure full compliance with MCS, and Health & safety regulations
• Prepare and issue technical handover documentation
• Represent Sustainable Building Services as the MCS Technical Person

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Fully qualified Approved Electrician (NVQ Level 3, AM2, 18th Edition)
• Valid Testing & Inspection qualification (e.g. City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent)
• At least 3 years’ experience in the electrical industry
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in solar PV (domestic)
• Demonstrable project and team management experience
• Experience with DNO applications, commissioning, and compliance with MCS
• Strong technical knowledge of Solar PV Systems and Battery Storage
• Excellent organisational, Leadership and communication skills
• Full UK Driving licence
• Level 3 of Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS) OR equivalent

Package:

• £50,000 - increasing in line with experience
• Full time, permanent role
• Career progression within a fast growing business