Lead Solar PV Electrician

£60,000 Basic + Overtime + Bonus + Van + Fuel Card

Monday - Friday - 8am - 4pm

About the Role:

We have partnered with a UK-based solar O&M company, maintaining multi-megawatt solar PV assets and helping drive the UK’s clean energy transition. Due to continued portfolio growth, we are seeking a skilled Lead Solar PV Technician to support the operation and maintenance of utility-scale solar sites.

As a Lead Solar PV Technician, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance of large-scale ground-mounted solar farms. You’ll play a leading role in ensuring the electrical team are on hand for all maintenance and support issues.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and Develop a large team of Solar PV Electricians

* Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on utility-scale solar PV systems

* Fault finding and diagnostics on inverters, transformers, LV/HV systems

* Testing and inspection (AC/DC systems)

* Thermographic inspections and string testing

* Monitoring plant performance and responding to alarms

* Completing detailed service reports and maintaining accurate records

* Supporting HV switching operations (where authorised)

* Ensuring full compliance with UK HSE and electrical safety standards

Requirements

* NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Engineering

* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

* Proven experience working on utility-scale solar PV sites

* Strong fault-finding ability on inverters and AC/DC systems

* Understanding of HV/LV systems

* Full UK driving licence

If you are interested in this Solar PV Electrician vacancy, please submit an up-to-date CV through this advert.

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