Solar PV Electrician - Commercial

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Commercial Electrician

Salary: Up to£50,000 per year DOE

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Electrician to join their growing team, working across commercial and industrial sites on a range of exciting projects involving solar PV systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrician looking to expand their skills within the renewable energy sector. Previous solar experience is not required, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, gland and terminate SWA cables to a high standard.
• Construct trunking, cable tray and conduit systems that are level, secure and compliant with industry standards.
• Carry out LV distribution work, including panel board connections, isolators, MCCBs, RCBOs, metering and labelling.
• Perform inspection and testing activities, including dead and live testing, and accurately complete EIC and EICR certification.
• Support solar PV installations, including inverter AC terminations, CT installations and communications power connections, with full training provided.
• Interpret schematics, cable schedules and method statements, while planning materials and proactively identifying potential issues.
• Maintain the highest standards of health and safety, including safe isolation procedures, permits to work, working at height, manual handling and compliance with site RAMS.
• Represent the client professionally on site, maintaining excellent workmanship and a positive attitude.

Candidate Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) and 18th Edition (BS 7671).
• Competence in inspection and testing, supported by City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395 qualifications, or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Proven experience installing and terminating SWA cables, as well as carrying out trunking and traywork within commercial or industrial environments.
• Confidence in conducting and interpreting electrical tests, including continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, Zs/Ze and RCD testing.
• Ability to produce accurate test documentation, certification and as-built records.
• Valid ECS or CSCS card.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

The following are advantageous but not essential:

• Experience with PV inverters, AC distribution systems for solar installations, or metering and CTs.
• Knowledge of grid protection systems, including G99/G100 requirements and interface relays.
• IPAF, PASMA, First Aid or SSSTS certification.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
• Company vehicle, tools and PPE provided.
• Full training and support to develop solar PV expertise.
• Clear progression opportunities into Lead Electrician, Supervisory or Solar Maintenance roles.
• A supportive, high-performing team environment with a strong focus on quality and professional development.

Working Arrangements

• Permanent, full-time or part-time opportunities available.
• Monday to Friday, with occasional evening or weekend work on a rota basis.
• Regional travel required, including occasional overnight stays depending on project locations.
• This is a site-based role.

Equal Opportunities

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

All recruitment decisions are based on merit, skills and business needs. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.

Benefits

• Company car

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