Solar Site Technician

Low Carbon; Truro; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Truro is seeking a Site Technician to join its UK Operations and Maintenance team. This role involves preventative and reactive maintenance for solar PV installations. Ideal candidates have a degree in engineering or an equivalent electrical qualification, strong technical knowledge, and a passion for renewable energy. The position offers competitive benefits including holiday, private healthcare, and a discretionary bonus, contributing to an enriching work environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus birthday off

Discretionary Bonus

Private Healthcare

Contributory Pension

Cycle scheme

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Candidates should have sound technical knowledge and a passion for renewable energy.
• Experience in managing the performance of operational assets is required.
• High voltage Authorised Person qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance activities.
• Identify and respond to fault situations.
• Conduct plant monitoring and analysis.

Skills

Electrical installation certificate to level 3 City & Guilds or NVQ equivalent

BS7671 wiring regulations

Good technical knowledge of electricity generation

Strong interpersonal skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

Degree level in an engineering field

Job description

About Low Carbon

Low Carbon is a purpose‑driven company that creates large‑scale renewable energy in the global fight against climate change. Our mission is to protect the planet for future generations while delivering positive returns for our communities and investors. Our goal is to produce as much new renewable energy as possible while limiting our own environmental impact. We do this by developing, investing in, and operating large‑scale renewable energy projects across the globe.

Our people and culture are really important to us. We are friendly, approachable, and professional. We value enthusiasm, entrepreneurialism, clear communication, and drive. This, combined with our purpose and passion for climate change, is why our colleagues recommend Low Carbon as a great place to work.

Role Description

We are looking for an experienced Solar individual to join our UK Operation and Maintenance team as a Site Technician. The role will involve carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance activities to our UK Solar PV portfolio. Reporting to the O&M manager and working closely with the wider O&M team, you will be responsible for day to day operations of our operating assets in the Cornwall region.

This role would suit someone with sound technical knowledge, a passion for renewable energy, a desire to be part of a tight knit team whilst also being able to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance activities and manage a preventative maintenance programme to ensure installations are working at peak performance
• Identify/locate and respond to fault situations
• Understand the contract for each site to enable effective management
• Plant monitoring and analysis (support to monitoring team)
• Compliance with legislation, policies and H&S
• Carry out Due Diligence Site and Paperwork Inspections
• Stock management
• Assist with system upgrade works
• Undertake appropriate training
• Supervision and management of contractors as necessary
• Perform weekend on call duties on a rota basis (1 in 4 weekends)

Skills & Experience

• Prospective candidates should be educated to degree level in an engineering field or hold Electrical installation certificate to level 3 City & Guilds or NVQ equivalent or an equivalent electronics qualification
• BS7671 wiring regulations to 18th Edition and a sound working knowledge of them
• City & Guilds inspection and test certificate to level 3 (desirable)
• An experienced professional in the electricity industry with demonstratable experience and a track record of successfully managing the performance of operational assets
• A good technical knowledge of electricity generation and solar park technology in particular
• Competent when dealing with quality standards, best practise procedures, technical specifications and regulatory
• A self‑starter with a passion for the renewable energy industry, desire for success and the willingness to challenge the status quo in order to maximise assets’ ROI safely following best practise
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to build rapport quickly and develop long‑term relationships with all stakeholder groups. Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with all stakeholder groups including OEMs and contractors
• High voltage Authorised Person or Senior Authorised Person qualifications are desirable
• Experience with Solar PV inverters is desirable
• Full UK driving licence

Our Compensation & Benefits

• 26 days holiday plus your birthday off (with option to buy a further 5 days)
• Discretionary Bonus
• Bupa Health Check & Private Healthcare for you and your family (medical history disregarded)
• Contributory Pension
• Cycle scheme
• Pluxee for commercial discounts and perks
• 3 additional days for volunteering to support causes of your choice