Solar PV O&M Engineer
Location: M40 Corridor (Oxfordshire / West Midlands travel)
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Salary: Competitive + benefits + company vehicle
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
A rapidly growing renewable energy operations and maintenance provider specialising in commercial and industrial Solar PV systems is seeking an experienced Solar PV O&M Engineer to join its expanding engineering team.
This role will support the Electrical Manager in maintaining a portfolio of commercial rooftop solar systems and ground-mounted solar farms across the UK.
The position will suit an ambitious engineer who enjoys working in the renewable energy sector and wants to be part of a growing organisation. The role is primarily site based, carrying out inspections, maintenance and remedial works on Solar PV systems.
Travel will be required across sites located along the M40 corridor, with occasional overnight stays when required.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out inspection, fault diagnosis and maintenance of commercial rooftop Solar PV systems and ground-mounted solar farms
* Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on installed solar assets
* Undertake component replacements, system repowers and performance upgrades
* Identify faults and carry out remedial works to ensure optimal system performance
* Coordinate and manage subcontractors for larger remedial projects
* Communicate effectively with clients while on site
* Produce detailed maintenance reports and service documentation
* Ensure all works are completed in accordance with health & safety and electrical regulations
Requirements:
* Experience working with Solar PV systems (commercial or utility scale preferred)
* Electrical background with strong fault-finding and maintenance experience
* Relevant electrical qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* ECS Gold card
* Must be comfortable working at height, using MEWPs and Mansafe systems(Mansafe/IPAF training can be arranged) xxuwjjq
* Full UK driving licence
* Willingness to travel to sites and stay away when required
Desirable:
* Solar PV installation or maintenance certifications
* 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification
* Experience working on commercial rooftop solar or solar farms
* Experience supervising contractors or coordinating site works
Whats on Offer:
* Opportunity to join a growing renewable energy specialist
* Work across a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial solar assets
* Career progression as the engineering team expands
* Competitive salary and benefits package