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Solar Electrician - Cambridge

  • Recruiter: HVAC FM Recruitment
  • Job posted: 10/11/26
  • Reference: 3215946002
  • Type: Permanent
  • Salary: Competitive
  • Job location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
  • Solar PV Electrician - Cambridge

    Up to £50,000 + Company EV + Excellent Benefits
    Cambridge Permanent Full-Time Field-Based

    We are recruiting an experienced Solar PV Electrician to join a growing directly employed renewables team covering Cambridge and further region.

    This is a permanent field-based role focused mainly on the electrical installation, testing and commissioning of domestic Solar PV systems.

    The business is continuing to expand its in-house engineering team across Scotland and is looking for experienced electricians who can work independently, maintain high installation standards and deliver a professional service in customer homes.

    The Role

    As a Solar PV Electrician, you will:

    • Carry out domestic Solar PV electrical installations
    • Install and connect inverters, isolators and associated AC/DC equipment
    • Complete testing, inspection and commissioning
    • Carry out fault finding and remedial works where required
    • Complete electrical certification and digital job documentation
    • Work across a range of domestic Solar PV systems
    • Work alongside dedicated roofing teams completing the roof-side installation
    • Liaise directly with customers and complete professional handovers
    • Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and compliance
    • Support installation quality and resolve technical issues on site

    There may also be opportunities to work across other low-carbon technologies, including EV charging, with training provided where required.

    What We're Looking For

    We are looking for a fully qualified electrician with:

    • Previous hands on Solar PV installation experience
    • Strong domestic electrical installation experience
    • NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification or equivalent
    • 18th Edition
    • Good testing, fault finding and commissioning ability
    • Full UK Driving Licence
    • Confidence working independently in occupied domestic properties
    • Strong customer service and communication skills

    SJIB / ECS / Gold Card and additional renewable qualifications would be beneficial.

    Battery storage experience is useful but is not essential.

    Package
    • Salary up to £50,000
    • Company EV / van
    • Home charger provided where required
    • 30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
    • Private medical cover after probation
    • Death in Service - 4x salary after probation
    • Pension matched up to 6%
    • Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
    • Ongoing technical training and developmentPermanent employed position
    • Long-term progression opportunities within a growing renewables operation
    Location

    This role is focused around Cambridge, with travel across the wider region depending on workload.

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