402 Solar Technician jobs in the United Kingdom

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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. The UK O&M team was established in 2019 with the intention of providing best in class service to Low Carbon owned assets. In order to do this it is crucial we have to have the right individuals within our team. We believe in providing the right environment, training and support to allow our team members to work to the best of their abilities, making the most appropriate decisions and taking the correct actions based on relevant scenarios and operating conditions. We always have the sites best interests at the core of all we do.

The ideal candidate will be based from home and preferably located within the Essex, Hertfordshire or Buckinghamshire regions. Working from either of our offices in London, Gloucester or Exeter will be required at times.

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

Skills & Experience

• 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 a demonstrable track record of successfully managing the performance of operations
• 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
• Full UK drivers licence
• Existing right work in the UK (we are unable to provide VISA sponsorship)

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
• Season Ticket Loan
• Pluxee for commercial discounts and perks
• 3 additional days for volunteering to support causes of your choice
• Annual credit towards short notice childcare, eldercare and pet care via ‘Bubble’
• Hybrid working model (minimum 3 days a week in office)

Thermal Solar Plumber/Technician (Renewables)

Southwater, Sussex

30,000-40,000 + Training + Progression + Pension + Van + Fuel Card + Lunch Allowance

Are you a Plumber/Solar Plumber/Thermal Solar Technician, wanting to join a company known for both their renewable energy expertise as well as first-class service and workmanship?

Do you want to become a key member in a close-knit, family run company, with the ability to not only progress your career, but also your knowledge and skillset through industry-leading training on both Thermal Solar and Heat Pumps.

On offer is the exciting opportunity to join a highly-respected, well-established company at the forefront of the renewable energy sector. Presenting itself is the opportunity to join a company offering both impressive professional development, as well as incredible in-house training.

In this role, you will be responsible for the instillation, service and repair of Thermal Solar Systems. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting, diagnostics, fault finding and repairs. Finally, you will liaise with both colleagues and customers, ensuring jobs are completed with the highest level of service.

The ideal Plumber/Solar Plumber/Thermal Solar Technician will have an NVQ Level 3 or above qualification in as well as an Unvented G3 certification. You will have experience within the plumbing industry, with a desire to work within the Solar Sector. You will also hold a full, valid UK driver's license.

The role:

• Installation, Service and Repair of Solar Thermal Systems
• Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, Fault Finding and Repairs
• Client liaison

The person:

• An NVQ Level 3 or above in Plumbing
• An Unvented G3 qualification
• Plumbing Experience

Reference: 20878

Keywords: Plumbing, Plumber, Solar, Renewables, Thermal, Thermal Solar, Thermal Solar Plumber, West Sussex, Sussex, Water, Southwater

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Thermal Solar Plumber/Technician (Renewables)

Southwater, Sussex

30,000-40,000 + Training + Progression + Pension + Van + Fuel Card + Lunch Allowance

Are you a Plumber/Solar Plumber/Thermal Solar Technician, wanting to join a company known for both their renewable energy expertise as well as first-class service and workmanship?

Do you want to become a key member in a close-knit, family run company, with the ability to not only progress your career, but also your knowledge and skillset through industry-leading training on both Thermal Solar and Heat Pumps.

On offer is the exciting opportunity to join a highly-respected, well-established company at the forefront of the renewable energy sector. Presenting itself is the opportunity to join a company offering both impressive professional development, as well as incredible in-house training.

In this role, you will be responsible for the instillation, service and repair of Thermal Solar Systems. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting, diagnostics, fault finding and repairs. Finally, you will liaise with both colleagues and customers, ensuring jobs are completed with the highest level of service.

The ideal Plumber/Solar Plumber/Thermal Solar Technician will have an NVQ Level 3 or above qualification in as well as an Unvented G3 certification. You will have experience within the plumbing industry, with a desire to work within the Solar Sector. You will also hold a full, valid UK driver's license.

The role:

• Installation, Service and Repair of Solar Thermal Systems
• Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, Fault Finding and Repairs
• Client liaison

The person:

• An NVQ Level 3 or above in Plumbing
• An Unvented G3 qualification
• Plumbing Experience

Reference: 20878

Keywords: Plumbing, Plumber, Solar, Renewables, Thermal, Thermal Solar, Thermal Solar Plumber, West Sussex, Sussex, Water, Southwater

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Thermal Solar Plumber/Technician (Renewables)

Southwater, Sussex

£30,000-£40,000 + Training + Progression + Pension + Van + Fuel Card + Lunch Allowance

Are you a Plumber/Solar Plumber/Thermal Solar Technician, wanting to join a company known for both their renewable energy expertise as well as first-class service and workmanship?

Do you want to become a key member in a close-knit, family run company.

Astute's Renewables team is partnered with an internationally recognised, utility scale solar developer and operator. We are looking to recruit a Solar Field Service Engineer to join their growing operations and maintenance team in North East Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.

The strategically important Solar Field Service Technician role comes with a basic salary up to 40,000 (higher for HVAPs), on call rota enhanced pay (1 weekend in 5), own van and fuel cards, private health insurance, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and more.

If you're a Solar Operations and Maintenance Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Area Supervisor you will:

• Take primary responsibility for solar plant performance, optimisation of the site and for maintaining equipment availability.
• Perform pre-planned and reactive maintenance works across their solar farms, including electrical maintenance, solar panel cleaning and HV maintenance (if HV qualified).
• Effectively help to resolve work tickets and report issues back to your line manager. Compiling reports of completed works.
• Liaising with internal and external teams, including in-house LV/HV personnel, the grounds team and external subcontractors when required.
• Providing mentoring and training to junior technicians where required.
• Taking part in the company's on-call rota for non-working hours (including Bank Holidays and weekends) - 1 weekend in every 5 for this region (on call allowances).

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience in industrial or utility scale solar is preferred. However, if no solar experience then an industrial electrician background is of interest.
• A City and Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Electrical Engineering, Installation, Testing & Inspection or similar, electrical course.
• 18th edition wiring regulations.
• High Voltage Authorisation would be advantageous but not essential.
• A full UK driving licence is essential due to remote nature of the sites

Personal skills

The Solar Field Service Technician role would suit someone who is or has:

• A strong attention to detail.
• Strong adherence to health and safety as well as incident prevention.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Salary and benefits of the Solar Field Service Technician role

• A starting salary up to 40,000 pa
• Overtime and on call rota allowance - 1 weekend in 5
• Own van and fuel card
• 25 days annual leave, private health insurance and more

INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Astute's Renewables team is partnered with an internationally recognised, utility scale solar developer and operator. We are looking to recruit a Solar Field Service Engineer to join their growing operations and maintenance team in North East Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.

The strategically important Solar Field Service Technician role comes with a basic salary up to 40,000 (higher for HVAPs), on call rota enhanced pay (1 weekend in 5), own van and fuel cards, private health insurance, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and more.

If you're a Solar Operations and Maintenance Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Area Supervisor you will:

• Take primary responsibility for solar plant performance, optimisation of the site and for maintaining equipment availability.
• Perform pre-planned and reactive maintenance works across their solar farms, including electrical maintenance, solar panel cleaning and HV maintenance (if HV qualified).
• Effectively help to resolve work tickets and report issues back to your line manager. Compiling reports of completed works.
• Liaising with internal and external teams, including in-house LV/HV personnel, the grounds team and external subcontractors when required.
• Providing mentoring and training to junior technicians where required.
• Taking part in the company's on-call rota for non-working hours (including Bank Holidays and weekends) - 1 weekend in every 5 for this region (on call allowances).

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience in industrial or utility scale solar is preferred. However, if no solar experience then an industrial electrician background is of interest.
• A City and Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Electrical Engineering, Installation, Testing & Inspection or similar, electrical course.
• 18th edition wiring regulations.
• High Voltage Authorisation would be advantageous but not essential.
• A full UK driving licence is essential due to remote nature of the sites

Personal skills

The Solar Field Service Technician role would suit someone who is or has:

• A strong attention to detail.
• Strong adherence to health and safety as well as incident prevention.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Salary and benefits of the Solar Field Service Technician role

• A starting salary up to 40,000 pa
• Overtime and on call rota allowance - 1 weekend in 5
• Own van and fuel card
• 25 days annual leave, private health insurance and more

INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 8am-4.30pm

Location: Slough, SL1 4DX



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As a Static Electrician you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.



What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave
  
• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• Free physiotherapy service
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing;

• Carry out work as per schedule supplied by the Services Manager or Supervisor and as per site policies, schedules and procedures.
  
• Troubleshoot problems with equipment as necessary, and as directed by site supervisors
  
• Carry out Risk Assessment of Equipment Maintenance Task Lists and ensure these are always kept valid.
  
• Update maintenance task list and site documentation as appropriate.
  
• Carry out Periodic reviews of EWI/SOP to ensure documents are always current and valid.
  
• All work on site to be carried out in accordance with site EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) and Veolia EHS rules and guidelines.
  
• Flexibility to work on equipment in all buildings, work around Maintenance Shutdowns and be familiar with GMP rules and Statutory requirements.
  
• Participate in Audits of the Mechanical and Electrical plant rooms and follow up on actions.
  
• Ensure that the CMMS system contains the most up to date information regarding equipment data, spares and maintenance man-hours.
  

What we're looking for;

• Electrical experience and good understanding of the basic fundamentals of the various utilities systems
  
• Senior Trades, City and Guilds or equivalent in Electrical engineering
  
• Experience with pumps, HVAC Systems, compressors, boilers, steam systems and ancillary services, (DHW skids), chillers, cooling towers, clean steam coilers, Purified Water Systems, CIP systems; general canteen/kitchen equipment
  
• Good understanding of Preventive Maintenance Systems and Building Management Systems
  
• Experience within a Computerised Maintenance Management Work Order system environment
  
• Documented experience of working within Permit to Work System
  
• Ability to read and understand P & IDs/ electrical drawings
  
• Understanding of SOP's and with training GMP Engineering systems.

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We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are looking for an Electrical Technician to join our client's team. The job involves working away from home 5 days per week. Must have you own transport due to location of site (e.g. car, van).

Schedule: Monday to Friday - Away from Home 5 days a WEEK. 6am start on a Monday to travel to location

Location: Various locations throughout the UK (Monday to Friday travel)

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine upgrade maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical installations and equipment.
• Fault finding and rectification previous experience would be desirable.
• Knowledge of electrical safe isolation procedure and safe working practices
• Install, test, and inspect electrical components, including wiring, circuits, and panels, to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults using technical drawings, schematics, and diagnostic tools.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to implement system upgrades and modifications.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed, including inspections, repairs, and maintenance logs.
• General electrical testing and awareness of required legislation.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience as an Electrical Technician in an industrial, commercial, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic equipment and hand tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Other Information:

• Expenses: All travel expenses will be covered. All travel time paid, all lunches, breakfasts, hotels paid
• Resources Provided: Transport and tools will be supplied.

• Qualify and act as an appointed Authorized Person (AP) within 6 months from onboarding.

• Maintain an up-to-date log of work completed and outstanding items through the in-house system.

• Ensure that all contractors and staff comply with all company, client safety, and security requirements.

• Participate in the critical services training program.

• Ensure effective communication with the client and management team is maintained.

• Operate as a team with other technicians by sharing expertise and experience to help resolve operational problems.

• Provide holiday, training & sickness cover for other members of the shift team.

• Track and complete Critical Services Planned Preventative Maintenance and provide condition assessments of plant and equipment.

• Log and action all out-of-line situations with incident reports.

• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.

• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.

• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

• Good technical & faultfinding skills

• Educated to a minimum of City & Guilds in Electrical (or HNC)

• Excellent administrative skills

• Computer literate

• Highly conversant in Microsoft Office suite

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Procedure writing

• Apprenticeship (or equivalent programme in Electrical / Mechanical Installation).

• Report writing

• Excellent knowledge of the operation of Mechanical & Electrical Services

• Ability to interrogate and operate BMS systems

• Knowledge of business-critical services i.e., UPS, Generators and Comms Rooms etc

• 18th Edition IEE regs

• HV Trained

• Must be able to work under own initiative.

• High level of personal integrity

• Takes ownership of issues and ensures completion.

• Able to organize and manage own workload.

• Good communication skills both verbal and written to all seniority levels.

• Understanding of customer needs and standards.

• Presentable and smart always

• Self motivated with drive to exceptional service

• Incumbents must have a high level of energy, confident and stable in manner.

• Organised, able to prioritise and deliver within high pressure, business critical environments.

• Committed to the delivery of excellent customer service.

• Able to work under pressure whilst remaining calm and focused.

• Able to make sound decisions based on fact and experience.

• Working with team members

• Required to work (Apply online only), Mon - Fri

• Provide out of hours accessibility as part of escalation procedure.

• Must be flexible regarding working hours

• Exceptional customer focus

• Good understanding of customer requirements

• Able to build enduring relationships.

• High level of responsiveness

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Analytical

• Personal drive for results - works to exceed goals, expectations, and standards