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Electrical Engineer

Job Posted: 18 hours ago

Salary: £ 30 - 32 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent Contract , Temporary
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

The Role

We are seeking a technically skilled and safety-focused Solar O&M Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality operations and maintenance services across client-owned solar PV assets. Reporting to the O&M Manager, you will help ensure systems operate safely, efficiently, and in line with UK industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

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    Conduct scheduled and reactive maintenance on commercial rooftop and ground-mounted solar PV systems.

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    Perform detailed inspections of modules, inverters, mounting structures, and electrical components.

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    Carry out AC/DC testing, thermographic surveys, torque checks, and system verification.

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    Produce clear, comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Reports with technical logs and recommendations.

Fault Diagnosis & Repair

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    Identify, diagnose, and resolve faults across AC/DC systems, inverters, and optimisers.

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    Implement corrective actions and maintain thorough documentation aligned with client and company procedures.

Performance Monitoring

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    Use monitoring platforms (e.g., SolarEdge, Hark) to assess asset performance.

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    Analyse data including PR, yield, and system availability against benchmarks and historical trends.

Health, Safety & Compliance

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    Conduct site-specific risk assessments and prepare RAMS in accordance with Solar Energy UK guidance.

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    Ensure full compliance with HSE regulations and recognised industry safety standards.

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    Promote a strong safety culture and halt work where conditions are unsafe.

Technical Documentation & Coordination

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    Support the O&M Manager as a technical liaison with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

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    Document all works for warranty, compliance, and audit purposes.

Person Specification

Essential

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    Level 3 City & Guilds/NVQ in Electrical Installations and current 18th Edition BS7671.

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    City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent.

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    ECS Gold Card.

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    SMSTS, Working at Height, IPAF/PASMA certification.

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    2–3 years’ experience in solar PV installation or maintenance (ground-mounted or commercial rooftop).

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    Strong knowledge of AC/DC systems, inverters, fault-finding, and electrical safety protocols.

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    Proficient with electrical testing equipment, diagnostic software, and monitoring platforms (SolarEdge, Hark).

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    Competent using MS Office and digital reporting tools (e.g., iAuditor).

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    Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively with overnight stays.

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    Excellent problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and strong technical reporting skills.

Desirable

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    Experience with HV systems or HV Authorised Person (HV AP) qualification.

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    Familiarity with diagnostic tools, CCTV/network communications (Ethernet/Serial), and advanced monitoring platforms.

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    Thermographic Survey Certification.

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    Experience with battery storage systems.

How to Apply

If you’re a dedicated Solar O&M Engineer looking for a new challenge

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