Solar PV Technician

Astute People; Reading; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Solar PV Technician to join a premier company in the solar industry. This field-based role offers a salary of up to £50,000 based on experience, alongside a benefits package that includes bonuses, a vehicle, and private healthcare. Ideal candidates will have utility-scale solar experience and relevant electrical qualifications. The position includes responsibilities such as testing and inspecting systems, fault-finding, and supervising contractors, with an occasional weekend rota.

Benefits

Company bonus up to 12.5%

Vehicle and fuel card

Private healthcare

Life insurance up to £200,000

Phone, laptop, and equipment provided

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Utility-scale solar experience or commercial/industrial scale experience required.
• Level 3 electrical qualifications are mandatory.
• Experience with HV power electronics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out reactive works on solar assets.
• Test and inspect electrical systems.
• Work with equipment suppliers to troubleshoot on-site issues.

Skills

Strong fault-finding ability

Methodical approach

Understanding of HV and LV power electronics

Education

Level 3 electrical qualifications

Watt-meter test and inspection grade 2391

HVAP (High-Voltage Apparatus)

Tools

Key industry instruments

Job description

Overview

Astute's Renewables team is proudly partnered with a leading global player in the solar market. The team is focused on the UK market and is looking for a Solar PV Technician / Solar Engineer to join.

Role

This is a field‑based position with a basic salary of up to £50,000 and an attractive benefits package. Large‑scale / utility‑scale solar experience is key to reaching the top end of the salary bracket.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Plan and carry out reactive works across a variety of ground‑mount solar assets
• Test and inspect electrical systems, trace faults and rectify where possible
• Work with specialist equipment suppliers to troubleshoot on‑site issues
• Prepare daily reports on work carried out on site
• Fault‑find both AC and DC systems
• Take into account all HSE legislation when carrying out any work
• Supervise third‑party contractors on site when required
• Participate in an occasional weekend rota, with additional pay as a result
• Occasional working and staying away

Professional Qualifications

• Utility‑scale solar experience or commercial/industrial scale experience
• Level 3 electrical qualifications
• Watt‑meter test and inspection grade 2391
• HVAP (High‑Voltage Apparatus) is desirable
• Good working knowledge of key industry instruments and testing equipment

Personal Skills

• Strong fault‑finding ability with a methodical approach
• Strong understanding of HV and LV power electronics, including transformers and inverters

Salary and Benefits

• Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience
• Company bonus up to 12.5%
• Vehicle and fuel card
• Private healthcare
• Life insurance worth up to £200,000
• Phone, laptop, and equipment provided
• Flexible working

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. Astute does not discriminate on age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Astute is committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone; however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.