Solar PV Maintenance Engineer
Permanent Full-Time London & South East
Optima is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, award-winning renewable energy and electrical services provider operating across sustainability, energy efficiency, electrical and mechanical services, and life safety systems.
Due to continued growth and a strong forward order book, our client is seeking an experienced Solar PV Maintenance Engineer to support maintenance, upgrades, and installations across a diverse portfolio of high-end residential, educational, commercial, and industrial sites throughout London and the South East.
The Role
You will join a highly skilled team responsible for the installation, maintenance, fault-finding, and optimisation of Solar PV systems. The role includes planned maintenance, reactive repairs, and system upgrades, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Installation, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of Solar PV systems and battery storage solutions
Preventative and corrective maintenance on inverters, modules, and associated electrical components
Completion of Solar PV upgrades and system improvements to a high standard
Leading works on site, ensuring safe, efficient delivery and high-quality workmanship
Carrying out site surveys, risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with Health and Safety requirements
Accurate completion of service reports, work records, timesheets, and test documentation
Professional communication with clients, site contacts, and internal teams
Skills and Experience Required
18th Edition Wiring Regulations and inspection and testing experience (C&G 2391 or 2394/2395 or equivalent)
Minimum 1 year s experience installing and maintaining Solar PV systems
Relevant Solar PV / EESS qualifications and strong fault-finding capability
Sound technical knowledge of PV systems, inverters, panels, and mounting solutions
ECS Gold Card and full UK Driving Licence
SSSTS, IPAF, or PASMA (desirable but not essential)
The Ideal Candidate
Professional, customer-focused, and an effective communicator
Organised, punctual, and able to manage workload independently
Flexible, proactive, and adaptable with a strong work ethic
Takes pride in presentation and quality of workmanship
What s on Offer
Salary £35,000 to £46,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Overtime paid at time and a half for evenings and Saturdays, double time for Sundays and Bank Holidays
Company vehicle and fuel card, mobile phone and PDA
Pension scheme (3% employer / 5% employee contribution)
20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, rising annually to 25 days plus Bank Holidays
Death in service benefit, full PPE and uniform, ongoing training, and structured career development
Long-term stability within a growing, renewables-focused organisation
