Renewable Installations Electrician (Team Lead)
Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid) Salary: £50,000–£55,000 + Progression + Training + Benefits Job Type: Full‑time Work Location: Hybrid remote (Milton Keynes MK14)
Do you want a role where you can progress?
Do you want to directly influence the growth of a business?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Leading a team for one of the most innovative renewable manufacturers in the UK?
About Our Client
Our client is a rapidly expanding international renewable energy technology company near Milton Keynes. They design and supply their own solar inverters, battery storage systems, and smart energy platforms, and are now building fully integrated systems including solar PV, battery storage, heat pumps, and smart energy solutions.
They are establishing an in‑house UK installation division, initially delivering ECO4, social housing retrofit, and funded decarbonisation projects, later expanding into private and commercial work.
This is a rare opportunity to join a manufacturer at scale‑up stage, with clear progression into technical, design, supervisory, and management roles.
The Role
You will install and support full renewable energy systems, including:
Solar PV
Battery storage
Heat pumps
Smart energy management systems
The role covers domestic, retrofit, and funded programmes, with UK‑wide travel (primarily London region).
Initially hands‑on, the role will evolve into:
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System design support
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Compliance and quality oversight
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Supervising installation teams
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Supporting MCS‑compliant delivery
Key Responsibilities
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Install, commission, and test solar PV and battery systems
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Conduct site surveys and technical assessments
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Assist with system design and planning
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Complete commissioning documentation and installation reports
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Support ECO4 and social housing retrofit delivery
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Ensure compliance with PAS 2030/2035, PAS 63100, BS 7671
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Assist with DNO applications (G98/G99)
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Carry out diagnostics and fault finding
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Provide technical support to installation teams
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Help develop installation standards and procedures
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Work closely with project managers and retrofit coordinators
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Contribute to building a high‑performing installation division
We’re Looking For
NVQ Level 3 qualified electrician
Proven solar PV and battery installation experience
Experience in ECO4, social housing, or funded retrofit schemes
Strong understanding of PAS standards and BS 7671
Interest in system design and technical progression
Comfortable working in retrofit environments
Confident working with coordinators, housing associations, and scheme partners
Ambitious and motivated to grow into a leadership role
Mandatory Requirements
18th Edition (BS 7671)
Inspection & Testing (2391/2394/2395)
ECS Gold Card
Full UK driving licence
Right to work in the UK
Ability to complete electrical certification
Willingness to travel across the UK
Health & Safety Requirements
ECS or CSCS card
Experience working with RAMS
Safe working at height
Strong understanding of PPE and site safety
Electrical isolation and safe testing competence
Desirable Certifications
Working at Height
Manual Handling
Asbestos Awareness
First Aid at Work
Why Join Our Client?
Work directly with advanced renewable technology
Be involved in solar PV, battery, heat pump, and smart energy systems
Help build a new installation division from the ground up
Work on ECO4, social housing, and decarbonisation projects
Clear progression into technical or supervisory roles
Long‑term opportunity within a rapidly scaling renewable manufacturer
How to Apply
If you have the relevant experience, please send your CV.
Application Process: Submit your CV to James Feeley, Department Lead at Unify Renewables.
Unify HQ Limited is acting as an Employment Business for this vacancy. We thank all applicants, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted