Solar O&M Engineer

Senior Service Technician - Solar & Battery Storage (O&M)

Commercial Scale Roof-Mounted Solar | Full Time | Permanent

A growing renewable energy organisation is seeking a Solar O&M Technician to support the operation and maintenance of roof-mounted commercial scale solar and battery storage assets across the region.

The business develops, constructs and maintains large-scale renewable energy projects across the UK and internationally, with a substantial portfolio of operational solar and battery assets.

In this role, you will act as a key technical contact responsible for maintaining safe, compliant and high-performing sites. Duties include preventative and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, reporting and supporting safe systems of work. The position offers a mix of site-based and remote working, collaborating closely with control engineers and asset operations teams.

This opportunity suits someone who enjoys problem-solving, autonomy and outdoor working within the growing low-carbon sector. Participation in a weekend on-call rota is required.

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance across electrical, mechanical, communications, security and structural systems
• Diagnose and resolve faults across commercial-scale solar PV and battery storage assets
• Complete inspections, work orders and maintain accurate site documentation
• Manage site and vehicle stock to support safe and compliant operations
• Supervise contractors and deliver site inductions
• Support and promote safe systems of work
• Participate in weekend on-call rotation
• Provide occasional support to other regions, including overnight stays when required
• Attend ongoing technical training

• Qualified Electrician or Electrical Engineer (BS7671)
• Inspection & Testing qualification (C&G #removed# or equivalent), or working towards
• Background in solar PV installation or maintenance (commercial or utility-scale preferred)
• Experience with inverter or PCS technologies such as SMA, Sungrow, Gamesa or Power Electronics desirable
• HV experience advantageous (switch gear, transformers, AP/SAP up to 33kV)
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capability
• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong communication skills and proactive attitude
• Comfortable working outdoors in varied weather conditions
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in UK

• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Company vehicle