SOLAR SITE TECHNICIAN

greentech GmbH; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy solutions company in Milton Keynes seeks a candidate to assist in maintenance and remedial works on renewable energy systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting solar PV systems, ensuring safety, and collaborating with internal teams. Ideal candidates will have experience with solar installations and relevant electrical certifications. Competitive benefits include flexible hours, private healthcare, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension contributions via NEST scheme

Private healthcare and life assurance

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in installation and maintenance of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, ideally at utility scale.
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety standards and regulations.
• Familiarity with AC/DC electrical test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess risks onsite, report concerns to managers.
• Assist with scheduled and corrective maintenance of solar plants.
• Troubleshoot monitoring and communication equipment.

Skills

Installation and maintenance of solar PV systems

Network diagnostics

Health & Safety standards understanding

Use of electrical test equipment

Education

Level 2 Technical Certificate in Electrical Installation

Level 3 BS7671:2018 (18th Edition)

Job description

Job Purpose

To assist and support all aspects of maintenance and remedial works on renewable energy systems. The post holder will have electrical knowledge and be familiar with safety procedures. Previous experience and troubleshooting techniques are highly desirable. The candidate should demonstrate good dexterity and familiarity with AC/DC electrical test equipment, including MC4 crimpers and other tooling used within the solar PV industry.

Your Profile

• Experience in installation and maintenance of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, ideally at utility scale.
• Experience with network diagnostics and remote communications (desirable).
• Understanding of Microsoft Office, phone/tablet usage, and reporting structures.
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety standards and regulations.
• Level 2 Technical Certificate in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• Level 3 BS7671:2018 (18th Edition).
• ECS/CSCS Card (desirable).
• SMSTS (desirable).

Your Tasks

• Identify and assess risks onsite, follow company and site-specific risk assessments and method statements, and report concerns to managers.
• Assist with scheduled and corrective maintenance to ensure successful operation of solar plants.
• Liaise with internal teams, subcontractors, and third parties as directed.
• Help troubleshoot monitoring and communication equipment (data loggers, routers, sensors, etc.).
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities and assist with reports and ticketing updates.
• Participate in training and development opportunities professionally.
• Be available for on-call duties during weekends.

Our Offer

• Engaging projects in a growth market.
• Flexible working hours.
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension contributions via NEST scheme.
• Private healthcare and life assurance.
• Perk Box benefits.
• Supportive team environment with flat hierarchies.

Interested?

We look forward to receiving your complete application, including salary expectations and earliest start date, via our application form!