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Solar PV Service Engineer - Stoke

VIQU Energy are supporting a leading renewable energy organisation in their search for a Solar PV Service Engineer to join their growing operations and maintenance team. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a field-based environment, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to contribute directly to the performance of large-scale solar assets across the UK.

This position offers a mix of routine maintenance, technical fault-finding, travel to multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance, testing, and remedial work on deployed solar PV systems.
• Complete all work in accordance with company procedures and safety regulations.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance in line with the annual PPM schedule.
• Carry out Corrective Maintenance as and when required.
• Submit accurate daily activity reports using the online reporting system.
• Undertake job-specific risk assessments and report all near-misses to management.
• Supervise and coordinate third-party contractors on site.
• Ensure external contractors adhere to all H&S requirements.
• Maintain precise electrical testing records suitable for audit.
• Fault-find and resolve issues across AC and DC systems.
• Escalate any issues or concerns to the manager promptly.
• Comply with all applicable fire, health, and safety requirements, including attending required training.
• Occasional nights away when required.
• Participate in weekend rota (with additional pay).

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years' experience in I&C or Utility-scale solar.
• Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Electrical Installations.
• C&G 2382-18.
• C&G 2391-52 or equivalent.
• Harness trained (desirable - training can be provided).
• First Aid trained.
• Fire Marshal certification.
• IOSH H&S qualification (desirable - training can be provided).
• Manufacturer training on central inverters.
• Strong understanding of maintenance procedures and maintenance scheduling.
• Knowledge of AC and DC systems (AC distribution boards, combiner boxes, automation panels, etc.).
• Understanding of CCTV and SCADA systems.
• Experienced using instruments such as multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, etc.

Role: Solar PV Engineer
Salary: 36- 50,000
Location: Bath


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Solar PV Service Engineer - Stoke