Solar Electrician
Reading, Berkshire
£45,000 - £52,000/annum
Posted 6 days ago
About the role
Job Description:
Solar Electrician – New Build Housing
Salary: up to £52,000 Basic + 10% Performance Bonus OR £250 a day
Benefits: Company Van & Fuel Card, 23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Solar PV Electricians to join a growing renewable energy team who work across new build residential developments from Northamptonshire, to Reading and across to East Anglia. ( engineers are kept local )
This role focuses on the second-fix installation, testing, commissioning and handover of Solar PV systems on newly constructed homes. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring installations are completed to the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance before customer handover.
This is an excellent opportunity for an electrician looking to develop a long-term career within the renewable energy sector while working on large-scale residential projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out second-fix electrical works on residential Solar PV installations.
* Test, inspect and commission Solar PV systems on new build properties.
* Complete electrical certification and commissioning documentation.
* Diagnose and rectify installation faults where required.
* Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations and industry standards.
* Liaise professionally with site managers, developers and internal teams.
* Conduct quality checks and final inspections prior to handover.
* Maintain a high standard of health and safety at all times.
* Manage company vehicle, tools and equipment responsibly.
* Travel between multiple housing developments across your local area
Essential Requirements
* Qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
* City & Guilds 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
* 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification or equivalent.
* Previous experience commissioning electrical installations.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Strong understanding of electrical testing and fault finding.
* Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
* Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
Desirable Requirements
* Solar PV qualification or previous Solar PV experience.
* Experience working on new build residential developments.
* ECS Gold Card.
* Knowledge of battery storage systems.
* Renewable energy industry experience
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