Solar Technician - Large Scale

Astute People; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector seeks a Field Service Technician / Solar Technician in Plymouth. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for overtime while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Responsibilities include ensuring solar asset performance and conducting maintenance tasks, with necessary qualifications in electrical installations.

Benefits

PPE and toolkit provided

Annual leave including 33 days holiday

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experience in solar or BESS environments is highly preferred.
• UK driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal performance of large-scale solar assets.
• Perform operations and maintenance across solar sites.
• Conduct firmware updates and identify faults.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Level 3 in electrical installations or equivalent

18th edition wiring regulations

C&G 2391 or equivalent

HSE qualification

Job description

About the role:

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a key player in the global energy market. The company has a vast portfolio of renewable energy assets and a strong company culture focused on employee well-being. We seek candidates with experience in the utility-scale solar sector or large rooftop solar projects.

This Field Service Technician / Solar Technician offers an excellent salary, commensurate with experience, with potential overtime, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

If you aim to work for a major player in the global energy sector with growth opportunities, please read on and apply below.

Responsibilities and duties

• Ensure optimal performance of large-scale solar assets
• Perform operations and maintenance across solar sites in Chichester and surrounding areas, with occasional travel for business needs
• Adhere to all HSE requirements during duties
• Test DC and AC systems, identify faults, and trace issues
• Conduct firmware updates and utilize computer systems for asset diagnostics
• Obtain Authorised Person status after training
• Regular inspection, maintenance, and testing of systems
• Analyze data to identify trends and suggest operational improvements
• Assist with tasks such as solar panel cleaning, ground maintenance, and site CCTV as needed
• Be flexible to work outside your area and support the business as required

Professional qualifications

• Level 3 in electrical installations or equivalent
• 18th edition wiring regulations
• C&G 2391 or equivalent (preferred)
• HSE qualification (desired)
• Experience in solar or BESS environments (highly preferred)
• UK driving license

Personal skills

• Flexible regarding location and travel
• Experience liaising with third parties and troubleshooting
• Ability to read, write, and assess RAMS (beneficial)
• Motivated to learn and make a difference

Salary and benefits

• Starting salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
• Bonus, overtime, and on-call pay
• PPE, toolkit, work van (for business use), and annual leave
• Additional benefits and 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company pension

Astute People acts as an employment agency for this vacancy. We promote diversity and equal opportunity and comply with UK legislation. We encourage applications from all backgrounds. If you do not hear back within 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.