Solar Technician - MW-Scale O&M, HV & AP Path

Res Group; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Role-specific training

Job summary

RES Group is seeking a highly skilled Solar Technician to operate and maintain utility-scale PV plants and battery storage. You will ensure safety, quality and performance in line with budgets, while working within a leading renewable energy team.

The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified electrician with HV competency, eligible for AP/SAP pathways, and prepared for weekend on-call duties and site travel. A company vehicle, phone and laptop are provided, plus extensive training.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified electrician with MW-scale solar PV experience.
• Willingness to work weekends on call as part of a rota.
• Able to obtain Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status.
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to health and safety requirements at all times and improve safety standards across plants.
• Achieve and maintain Authorised Person status as per training and job role.
• Perform planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements.
• Inspect, test and maintain plant and equipment including AC/DC systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose faults and perform repairs; work with communication networks.

Skills

Safety first

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Approved Electrician

C&G 2391/2394/2395

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

SCADA systems

Central inverters

HV/LV electrical knowledge

Job description

RES Group is seeking a highly skilled Solar Technician to operate and maintain utility-scale PV plants and battery storage. You will ensure safety, quality and performance in line with budgets, while working within a leading renewable energy team.

The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified electrician with HV competency, eligible for AP/SAP pathways, and prepared for weekend on-call duties and site travel. A company vehicle, phone and laptop are provided, plus extensive training.