Electrician Solar PV

O&M Engineer – Solar PV

Location: Reading, Berkshire – office and site-based work

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
Salary: From £40,000 per annum
Job type: Permanent, full-time
Hours: Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours per week

MDE Group is recruiting an O&M Engineer on behalf of an established renewable energy business specialising in commercial solar PV.

This is a varied role combining practical maintenance and fault-finding with technical reporting, planning and coordination. You will help keep solar PV installations operating safely and efficiently, working closely with customers, subcontractors and the wider engineering team.

The role

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on solar PV systems and associated electrical equipment.

• Investigate and resolve reactive maintenance issues, diagnosing faults and completing remedial works.

• Undertake site inspections, surveys and assessments of existing and new installations.

• Produce clear site reports detailing findings, completed works and recommended actions.

• Prepare and maintain site documentation, service records and maintenance packs.

• Coordinate maintenance visits and follow-up works with clients, subcontractors and internal teams.

• Obtain quotations and pricing for recommended repairs and improvements.

• Manage maintenance activities against agreed schedules and client requirements.

• Ensure work meets company quality standards and health and safety procedures.

What we're looking for

• Experience installing, servicing or maintaining solar PV systems.

• Strong technical knowledge of solar PV and electrical installations.

• A methodical approach to fault-finding and resolving technical problems.

• An 18th Edition qualification: C&G 2382-22 or higher.

• BTEC Level 4 or above in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electronics or a related discipline.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.

• Good organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and coordinate with others.

• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

What's on offer

• Salary from £45,000 per annum.

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Monday–Friday working.

• Training and professional development opportunities.

• Pension salary exchange scheme.

• Employee assistance programme and virtual GP access.

• Employee discount platform and cycle-to-work scheme. xwzovoh

To apply, send your CV to Adam Brown at MDE Group or get in touch for a confidential conversation.