Solar Technician – Large Scale Solar

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Full time
Location: Chichester
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Job offered by: Astute People
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About the role: Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a key business and influential player in the global energy market. The company has a vast portfolio of renewable energy assets and a brilliant company culture of looking after their employees. We're looking for someone who already has experience in the utility scale solar sector but is also open to those with large rooftop experience. This Field Service Technician / Solar Technician comes with an excellent salary, depending on your experience, with the chance of overtime, but with a work-life balance being key for the client. If you're wanting to work for a genuine major player in the global energy space with growth potential, please read on and apply below. Responsibilities and Duties

Reporting to the Area Manager you will: Ensure the best performance of large-scale solar assets. Perform operations and maintenance duties across the portfolio of solar sites in Chichester and the surrounding areas, perhaps travelling further on occasion for business needs. Ensure adherence to all HSE requirements when completing your duties. Test both DC and AC systems, looking for faults and tracing issues. Conduct firmware updates and use computer systems to look for issues with the assets. Gain Authorised Person status after receiving training. Consistent inspection, maintenance, and testing of the systems. Look for trends and use data analysis to spot common trends and suggest ways to improve operations. Occasionally assist with tasks such as solar panel cleaning, some ground maintenance, and site CCTV. Be flexible to help when the business needs this. Professional Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following: Level 3 in electrical installations as a minimum. 18th edition wiring regulations. Ideally, you will have C&G 2391 or equivalent. A HSE qualification is desired. Experience within a solar or BESS environment is hugely preferred. UK driving licence is essential. Personal Skills

The Solar Technician role would suit someone who is: Flexible with location and willing to travel outside of your patch on occasion. Experienced in liaising with third parties and troubleshooting. Experienced in reading, writing, and assessing RAMS is hugely beneficial. Someone who wants to learn and make a genuine difference. Salary and Benefits of the Solar Technician Role

A starting salary up to £40,000 depending on experience, with bonus, overtime, and increased pay for on-call rota. PPE, toolkit, work van (for business purposes) provided and annual leave. Additional company benefits include 33 days holiday (including BH) and company pension. Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed, or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone; however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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