About the Company
Join one of Ireland’s fastest-growing solar energy providers. This organisation is known for high-quality installations, strong safety standards, and a collaborative, people-focused culture. As part of their growth, they are recruiting qualified Solar Electricians to strengthen their installation teams. Ideally QC and SEAI but must have solar experience as a minimum.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out the full electrical installation of Solar PV systems, including wiring of panels, inverters, batteries, isolators, and associated equipment.
* Integrate solar systems into building electrical networks and the national grid safely.
* Install and commission switchgear, breakers, meters, and protection devices to ensure seamless system operation.
* Perform comprehensive testing of completed systems, verifying voltages, currents, and performance metrics.
* Diagnose and resolve wiring issues, faults or configuration errors before handover.
* Follow all electrical safety standards, company procedures, and regulatory requirements.
* Use PPE correctly and apply lockout/tagout procedures where required.
* Ensure installations pass all inspections and meet grid-connection compliance standards.
* Deliver clean, organized, and professional electrical work; label circuits, tidy cabling and maintain high visual and technical standards.
* Document any design changes and communicate them to the engineering team.
* Conduct service visits, performance checks and repairs on existing solar systems.
* Troubleshoot underperformance or faults to minimise customer downtime.
* Work closely with roofers, installers, technicians, and site supervisors to keep projects on schedule.
* Coordinate tasks efficiently and support apprentices or junior technicians when required.
* Represent the company professionally on-site and explain basic system operation to customers.
Required Qualifications
* Fully qualified electrician with a recognised certification such as the National Craft Certificate in Electrical Installation.
* Current registration with Safe Electric (REC) or equivalent.
Experience
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in electrical installation.
* Solar PV experience strongly preferred (residential or commercial).
Knowledge
* Strong understanding of electrical systems, wiring methods and national electrical regulations such as IS 10101.
* Familiarity with PV components such as panels, inverters and battery storage systems.
Certifications
* Safe Pass, Manual Handling, Working at Heights.
* Additional solar-specific training such as SEAI, City & Guilds or NABCEP is an advantage.
Driver’s Licence
Full, clean driving licence with willingness to travel to various project sites on both sides of the border.
Physical Requirements
* Comfortable working on roofs, ladders and in outdoor environments.
* Ability to lift and handle solar equipment safely.
Key Competencies
* Technical Proficiency – strong installation and troubleshooting skills, confident reading schematics and using electrical tools.
* Safety Focus – proactive in identifying hazards and maintaining a safe work environment.
* Attention to Detail – high standards for workmanship, documentation and system integrity.
* Problem Solving – able to adapt to unexpected site conditions and resolve technical challenges.
* Teamwork & Communication – clear communicator, supportive team member and capable mentor.
* Reliability – dependable, punctual and committed to meeting project deadlines.
* Customer Service – professional, respectful and focused on delivering a positive customer experience.
Benefits
* Company vehicle.
* Performance related bonus.
* Referral programme.
* Benneden healthcare (coming soon).
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