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Job Posted: 6 hours ago

Salary: £ 22.5 - 25 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent Temporary
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Electrician

Manchester - North West
£22.50 – £25.00 per hour

Construo Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Solar PV Electrician to join a growing renewable energy installation team.

This role is ideal for a qualified electrician with hands-on solar PV experience, confident across DC, AC, control wiring, and commissioning, with a strong understanding of UK regulations and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

  * Install, commission, and maintain solar PV systems across residential, commercial, and industrial projects

  * Carry out full electrical scope including:

      * DC wiring: string configuration, isolators, fuse protection, combiners, containment

      * AC wiring: inverter connections, distribution boards, generation meters, CT clamps, backup systems

      * Control wiring: monitoring systems (Ethernet, RS485, Wi-Fi), optimisers, rapid shutdown systems

      * Earthing & bonding: arrays, mounting structures, surge protection (SPDs)

  * Perform testing, inspection, fault-finding, and inverter diagnostics

  * Complete commissioning paperwork, test certificates, and DNO notifications

  * Ensure all installations comply with UK electrical and solar PV standards

  * Follow strict health & safety procedures on all sites

  * Work closely with roofers, engineers, and apprentices to deliver projects efficiently

Requirements

  * NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)

  * 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

  * Proven experience working on solar PV installations

  * Strong knowledge of inverters, optimisers, hybrid systems, and battery storage

  * Ability to test, inspect, and commission systems independently

  * Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

  * C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing

  * CSCS or ECS card

  * Experience with DNO applications (G98 / G99)

Knowledge of Regulations (Preferred)

BS 7671 (18th Edition, including Section 712 – Solar PV Systems)

IET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar PV Systems

MCS Standards (MIS 3002, MCS 012, MCS 017, MCS 004)

ENA Engineering Recommendations (G98, G99, G100)

BS EN 62446 (Testing & Commissioning)

UK Health & Safety Regulations (CDM, Working at Height, PUWER, RAMS)

What’s on Offer

Competitive PAYE salary

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Company vehicle, tools, and PPE provided

Ongoing training & manufacturer certifications

Clear progression into Senior Electrician or Supervisor roles

Supportive team environment within a fast-growing renewable sector

Apply Now

If you’re a qualified electrician with solar PV experience looking for your next opportunity, apply today or contact Construo Recruitment for more information

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