Solar Energy Specialist

3 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Climate17 Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Solar Installer to join our team in the Bournemouth-Southampton areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading owner-operator of large-scale solar PV projects in the UK.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for routine maintenance, testing, and remedial work on deployed solar PV systems. They will also perform Preventative Maintenance accordingly with the PPM annual plan and Corrective Maintenance as required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for routine maintenance, testing, and remedial work on deployed solar PV systems
  • Perform Preventative Maintenance accordingly with the PPM annual plan
  • Perform Corrective Maintenance as required
  • Report activities performed on site through the CMMS or manual reports as applicable
  • Own risk assessment, analysis, and operational Limitations. Report all near misses to line manager
  • Supervise and coordinate third-party contractors carrying out works on site
  • Coverage that third-party contractors comply with H&S Regulations
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of electrical testing, suitable for audit
  • Fault finding for any system not performing correctly
  • Alert the line manager of any issues

Requirements:

  • 3 years Solar PV O&M Experience on Utility Scale Solar
  • Familiarity with Earthing Systems - including measuring and monitoring Relays
  • Excellent understanding of Central/String Inverters with relevant Manufacturers training
  • Excellent computer skills with a high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as CMMS and Reporting software
  • Knowledge of power electronics and circuitry, power generation technologies, and equipment
  • L3 Electrician - Essential
  • BS:7671 18th edition - Essential
  • C&G:2391 test 7 inspection - Desirable
  • AP15/OP40 HV qualification - Desirable
  • Full UK driver's license - Essential

About Us:

Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Salary Range:

£45,000 - £60,000 per annum.



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