JOB SPECIFICATION

Solar PV Electrician

Location: Manchester

Self-employed with competitive rate  and Fully expensed van provided

The company

A national renewable energy specialist delivering solar PV, battery storage and EV charging for homes and businesses. The business provides surveys, system design, installation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance, supported by experienced installation teams and a focus on quality, safety and customer service.

An experienced solar electrician is required, covering DC, AC, control wiring, earthing and bonding across varied PV installations.

Key responsibilities

• Install, commission and maintain domestic, commercial and industrial solar PV systems.
• Complete DC wiring: module strings, fuses, isolators, string combiners and cable containment.
• Complete AC wiring: inverter outputs, distribution boards, generation meters, CT clamps and backup circuits.
• Wire controls: Ethernet, RS485 and Wi-Fi monitoring, rapid shutdown and optimiser circuits.
• Earth and bond arrays and support structures, integrating surge protection devices (SPDs).
• Inspect, test and verify systems; diagnose faults and inverter issues.
• Prepare commissioning records and test sheets; submit DNO notifications.
• Check compliance with applicable UK electrical regulations, solar standards and codes.
• Work safely and coordinate delivery with engineers, roofers and apprentices.

Essential qualifications and experience

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification (2382).
• Previous solar PV experience.
• Knowledge of inverters, optimisers, hybrid systems and energy storage.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable: C&G 2391 Inspection and Testing or equivalent; CSCS or ECS card.

Technical knowledge – current applicable requirements

• BS 7671, 18th Edition and applicable amendments, including Part 7, Section 712 for solar PV systems; Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
• IET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.
• MCS solar PV installation requirements (MIS 3002), roof mounting certification (MCS 012), applicable inverter requirements and battery installation requirements (MIS 3012) for hybrid systems.
• DNO and grid-connection requirements: ENA G98, G99 and G100 export limitation where applicable.
• Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015; Working at Height Regulations 2005; Manual Handling Operations Regulations; Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER).
• Compliance with risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• BS EN 62446-1 for PV testing, documentation and commissioning; building-integrated PV requirements, including BS EN 50583 where applicable; BS EN 62305 for lightning protection, surge protection and bonding.

Support available: Tools and PPE; ongoing CPD and manufacturer training; a supportive team and development towards senior electrician or supervisor responsibilities.

Solar PV Electrician

Location: Liverpool

Self-employed with competitive rate  and Fully expensed van provided

The company

A national renewable energy specialist delivering solar PV, battery storage and EV charging for homes and businesses. The business provides surveys, system design, installation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance, supported by experienced installation teams and a focus on quality, safety and customer service.

An experienced solar electrician is required, covering DC, AC, control wiring, earthing and bonding across varied PV installations.

Key responsibilities

• Install, commission and maintain domestic, commercial and industrial solar PV systems.
• Complete DC wiring: module strings, fuses, isolators, string combiners and cable containment.
• Complete AC wiring: inverter outputs, distribution boards, generation meters, CT clamps and backup circuits.
• Wire controls: Ethernet, RS485 and Wi-Fi monitoring, rapid shutdown and optimiser circuits.
• Earth and bond arrays and support structures, integrating surge protection devices (SPDs).
• Inspect, test and verify systems; diagnose faults and inverter issues.
• Prepare commissioning records and test sheets; submit DNO notifications.
• Check compliance with applicable UK electrical regulations, solar standards and codes.
• Work safely and coordinate delivery with engineers, roofers and apprentices.

Essential qualifications and experience

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification (2382).
• Previous solar PV experience.
• Knowledge of inverters, optimisers, hybrid systems and energy storage.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable: C&G 2391 Inspection and Testing or equivalent; CSCS or ECS card.

Technical knowledge – current applicable requirements

• BS 7671, 18th Edition and applicable amendments, including Part 7, Section 712 for solar PV systems; Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
• IET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.
• MCS solar PV installation requirements (MIS 3002), roof mounting certification (MCS 012), applicable inverter requirements and battery installation requirements (MIS 3012) for hybrid systems.
• DNO and grid-connection requirements: ENA G98, G99 and G100 export limitation where applicable.
• Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015; Working at Height Regulations 2005; Manual Handling Operations Regulations; Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER).
• Compliance with risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• BS EN 62446-1 for PV testing, documentation and commissioning; building-integrated PV requirements, including BS EN 50583 where applicable; BS EN 62305 for lightning protection, surge protection and bonding.

Support available: Tools and PPE; ongoing CPD and manufacturer training; a supportive team and development towards senior electrician or supervisor responsibilities.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Role: Solar Panel Roofer

Location:  Manchester

Self-employed - Competitive rates with fully expensed vehicle provided

The company

Our client is a national renewable energy specialist delivering solar PV, battery storage and EV charging for homes and businesses. Its services span surveys, design, installation, commissioning and maintenance, with a focus on quality, safety and customer service.

The role

Working alongside installation teams, you will prepare roofs, fit mounting systems and provide operational support to help deliver safe, efficient solar PV installations.

Key responsibilities

• Fit roof brackets and mounting rails correctly for solar PV installation.
• Route DC cabling to the required locations to support the electrical installation team’s AC works.
• Obtain job sheets from the contracts team and ensure the correct materials and resources are allocated to each property.
• Support colleagues and help improve the efficiency of installation and operational procedures.
• Submit accurate paperwork and photographs of work before, during and after installation to the contracts administration team.
• Contribute to contract planning and keep project information accurate and up to date to support delivery.
• Assist with roof surveys and reports to help determine suitable solar PV layouts and installation requirements.
• Encourage and support colleagues in delivering the work to the required standard.
• Understand the business’s services and take account of customers’ needs and circumstances.
• Follow company policies and procedures, taking care of your own safety and that of others in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the role.

Essential experience and skills

• Proven roofing installation and maintenance experience, including experience within the solar industry.
• Ability to maintain clear, timely and accurate records and share information effectively.
• Ability to use, or learn to use, solar design software and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
• Good written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build positive customer relationships.
• Self-motivation, effective time management and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a willingness to review and develop your own working practices.
• Good digital and data skills, including the ability to assess and suggest technology or software that supports service delivery and customer needs.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Dropbox, Gmail, Google Drive, Calendar and general office equipment.
• Knowledge of, and ability to follow, health and safety and safeguarding procedures.
• A commitment to the company’s standards and values, including equality and social inclusion.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Role: Solar Panel Roofer

Location: Liverpool 

Self-employed - Competitive rates with fully expensed vehicle provided

The company

Our client is a national renewable energy specialist delivering solar PV, battery storage and EV charging for homes and businesses. Its services span surveys, design, installation, commissioning and maintenance, with a focus on quality, safety and customer service.

The role

Working alongside installation teams, you will prepare roofs, fit mounting systems and provide operational support to help deliver safe, efficient solar PV installations.

Key responsibilities

• Fit roof brackets and mounting rails correctly for solar PV installation.
• Route DC cabling to the required locations to support the electrical installation team’s AC works.
• Obtain job sheets from the contracts team and ensure the correct materials and resources are allocated to each property.
• Support colleagues and help improve the efficiency of installation and operational procedures.
• Submit accurate paperwork and photographs of work before, during and after installation to the contracts administration team.
• Contribute to contract planning and keep project information accurate and up to date to support delivery.
• Assist with roof surveys and reports to help determine suitable solar PV layouts and installation requirements.
• Encourage and support colleagues in delivering the work to the required standard.
• Understand the business’s services and take account of customers’ needs and circumstances.
• Follow company policies and procedures, taking care of your own safety and that of others in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the role.

Essential experience and skills

• Proven roofing installation and maintenance experience, including experience within the solar industry.
• Ability to maintain clear, timely and accurate records and share information effectively.
• Ability to use, or learn to use, solar design software and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
• Good written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build positive customer relationships.
• Self-motivation, effective time management and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a willingness to review and develop your own working practices.
• Good digital and data skills, including the ability to assess and suggest technology or software that supports service delivery and customer needs.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Dropbox, Gmail, Google Drive, Calendar and general office equipment.
• Knowledge of, and ability to follow, health and safety and safeguarding procedures.
• A commitment to the company’s standards and values, including equality and social inclusion.