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Lead Solar Installer - UK

  • Recruiter: Winsearch
  • Job posted: 29/07/26
  • Reference: 3146114807
  • Type: Permanent
  • Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Annual
  • Job location: Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Lead Solar Installer - Midlands (Travel Across England & Wales) - Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Benefits

    Do you hold a Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installation or an equivalent electrotechnical qualification?


    Do you have current 18th Edition (BS7671) certification?


    Do you have hands-on experience installing Solar PV systems across a variety of roof types?


    Do you hold a full UK driving licence and are you happy to travel across England and Wales?

    If the answers are yes, we are hiring for a Lead Solar Installer on behalf of a growing renewable energy contractor delivering Solar PV, Battery Storage and Heat Pump projects across the UK.

    WHAT YOU NEED

    Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installation or equivalent essential

    18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification essential

    Experience leading or supervising installation teams within Solar PV, renewable energy or electrical projects

    Strong knowledge of Solar PV installation methods, system components and performance

    Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, roof layouts and installation specifications

    Confident using power tools and hand tools safely and effectively

    Good understanding of UK electrical regulations and safe working practices

    Strong problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail

    Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate with customers, suppliers and project stakeholders

    Comfortable working at height and in varying weather conditions

    Full UK driving licence

    Level 3 Solar PV qualification (City & Guilds 2922 or equivalent) desirable

    Previous experience as a Senior or Lead Solar Installer highly desirable

    What You Get In Return

    • Competitive salary fully dependent upon experience
    • Company vehicle
    • Ongoing training and development
    • Opportunity to work on a variety of renewable energy projects
    • Career progression within a growing business
    • Travel and project variety across England and Wales

    The Nice To Haves

    Solar PV installation qualification

    Battery storage installation experience

    Heat pump installation exposure

    Renewable energy sector background

    Experience commissioning solar systems

    Team mentoring or training experience

    Day To Day

    Lead installation crews on residential and commercial Solar PV projects

    Plan and organise daily installation activities

    Install solar panels, mounting systems and associated electrical components

    Carry out commissioning activities and quality checks

    Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and industry standards

    Identify and resolve on-site technical issues

    Liaise with project managers, suppliers and customers throughout project delivery

    Provide guidance, support and training to installation team members

    Complete installation reports and system handover documentation

    Travel to project sites across England and Wales as required

    INDWIN

    Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!

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