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We are Centreco The largest commercial and industrial rooftop solar installer in the UK.
Centreco is a trusted UK provider of solar and renewable energy solutions, helping businesses reduce energy costs, lower carbon emissions, and become more resilient.
Installer (Qualified / Experienced)
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Contracted hours: 42.5
Salary: £36,565
Locations across UK.
Purpose:
Work independently to deliver standard solar PV installations to required safety, quality and efficiency standards.
Experience Requirement:
Preferably 1-2 years experience across various solar PV systems installations.
Demonstrated ability to install independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates reliability, teamwork, and motivation.
Must be a driver with own vehicle.
Confident working at height.
Flexible working nationally with regular overnight stays based on projects circa 4 nights a week (expensed).
Technical Skills & Competencies:
Competent in panel layout and string design interpretation.
Confident in installing solar panels independently.
Ability to read technical drawings, roof plans and cable routing diagrams.
Understanding of mounting kit types (flat roof, trapezoidal steel, pitched roof systems)
Able to square roofs, locate inverters and plan DC cable routes.
Skilled in fault finding, including:
Identifying dead strings.
Diagnosing stringing issues.
Understanding root causes of DC underperformance.
Competent in MC4 crimping and DC cable termination.
Skilled in multimeter use for DC string testing.
Understanding of fire safety requirements for solar PV.
Safety & Compliance:
Understands CPP/RAMS and can interpret all relevant risks.
Able to conduct Dynamic Risk Assessments.
Understanding of basic isolation procedures.
Safe manual handling of solar modules and awkward loads.
Teamwork & Communication:
Works closely with the Team Leader and supports their direction.
Capable of taking delegated tasks when Team Leader is occupied.
Can communicate confidently with colleagues and escalate issues.
Mandatory Training & Certifications
IPAF.
CSCS + Working at Height.
Manual Handling.
Asbestos Awareness.
Harness Training.
First Aid (as required).
Completion of all Elevate Tier 1 modules & competency sign-off.
Responsibilities
Carry out independent PV installations.
Conduct site readiness checks and verify materials.
Ensure quality workmanship and adherence to standards.
Mentor Tier 1 installers.
Report issues promptly to Team Leader.
