O&M Technician

Location Reading
Discipline: Solar
Contact name: Amelia Yates

Contact email: amelia.yates@zero-global.com
Job ref: 1418
Published: 6 days ago
Job Title –  Solar O&M Technician    
 
Their Purpose – One of the UK’s most established clean energy technology installers. Specialising in the design, supply, installation, and maintenance of solar & other renewable energy technologies across all commercial sectors.
 
Location &, flexibility – Reading

Salary & Benefits – Up to £46k  – Company car, company pension, yearly bonus, Profit sharing scheme, Private Medical Insurance, training and development opportunities.
 
About the Job:
As a Solar O&M Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenance, fault finding, servicing and repair of solar PV systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and associated electrical infrastructure across a varied portfolio of sites.
This is a field-based role covering the Reading area and surrounding regions, with occasional nationwide travel required.
  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on solar PV and battery storage systems
  • Diagnose and rectify faults on PV systems, inverters, optimisers, batteries and monitoring platforms
  • Conduct electrical testing and inspection activities
  • Complete reactive maintenance and emergency call-outs when required
  • Produce detailed service reports and photographic records
  • Liaise professionally with customers, site managers and subcontractors
  • Support commissioning activities and remedial works
  • Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with BS7671, MCS standards and company procedures

About you:
  • NVQ Level 3 qualified Electrician (or equivalent)
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification
  • ECS Gold Card
  • Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills - 2391 testing and inspection (Desirable)
  • BPEC or LCL Awards qualifications in Solar PV, Battery Storage and EV Charging
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Comfortable working at height and outdoors
  • Competent using IT systems and CRM platforms
 
If this one isn't quite right for you, then please still get in touch to discuss any other vacancies we have across the team.  

Please send your CV to Amelia.yates@zero-global.com