Overview
Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a key business and influential player in the global energy market. The company has a vast portfolio of renewable energy assets and a culture that looks after its employees. We are seeking a Field Service Technician / Solar Technician with experience in utility-scale solar, and open to those with large rooftop experience.
Responsibilities and duties
* Reporting to the Area Manager you will:
o Ensure the best performance of large-scale solar assets
o Perform operations and maintenance duties across the portfolio of solar sites in Royal Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding areas, with potential travel further for business needs
o Ensure adherence to all HSE requirements when completing duties
o Test both DC and AC systems, look for faults and trace issues
o Conduct firmware updates and use computer systems to identify issues with assets
o Gain Authorised Person status after training
o Consistent inspection, maintenance and testing of the systems
o Look for trends and use data analysis to spot common issues and suggest improvements to operations
o Occasional assistance with tasks such as solar panel cleaning, some ground maintenance and site CCTV
o Occasional work away from your patch/area and be flexible to help when the business needs this
Qualifications
* Level 3 in electrical installations as a minimum
* 18th edition wiring regs
* Ideally you will have C&G 2391 or equivalent
* A HSE qualification is desired
* Experience within a solar or BESS environment is hugely preferred
* UK driving licence is essential
Personal skills
* Flexible with location and travel outside of your patch on occasion
* Experience liaising with third parties and troubleshooting
* Experience reading, writing and assessing RAMS is hugely beneficial
* Someone who wants to learn and make a genuine difference
Salary and benefits
* A starting salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
* Bonus, overtime and increased pay for on-call rota
* PPE, toolkit, work van (for business purposes) provided and annual leave
* Additional company benefits
* 33 days holiday (inc. BH)
* Company pension
Company note
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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