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Lead Solar Electrician

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 48,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: M35, Failsworth, Borough of Oldham

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Lead C&I Solar Electrician
£40,000 – £48,000 DOE

North/North West Manchester

We’re working with a growing commercial solar EPC delivering projects across the UK, and they’re looking to bring in an experienced C&I Solar Electrician to support their expanding installation team.

This is a hands-on role working on commercial and industrial rooftop and ground-mounted systems, with a business that is investing heavily in growth and long-term progression.

What you’ll be doing

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    Installing and commissioning commercial and industrial solar PV systems

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    Working on inverters, string wiring, containment and panel installation

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    Carrying out testing, inspection and fault finding

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    Supporting full project delivery from install through to handover

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    Ensuring all work is completed to industry standards and regulations

What we’re looking for

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    Proven experience working on commercial solar projects

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    Background with a reputable solar EPC or contractor

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    Strong knowledge of inverters, panel wiring and system installs

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    Experience with testing and commissioning (2391 or similar)

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    Qualified Electrician (NVQ and 18th Edition essential)

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    ECS Gold Card is essential

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    Ability to lead a small team

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    Flexible to travel and work away

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    Over 25 years old with no more than 6 points (for insurance purposes)

What’s on offer

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    £40,000 – £48,000 basic salary (DOE) + Food Allowance paid Mondays (no receipts/claiming expenses back needed)

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    4 day work week during spring and summer months - 5 day work week in autumn winter

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    Working for a company owned and managed by a leadership team who have worked on the tools within the solar industry and understand the common issues and pain-points of the industry from a tradesman/tradeswoman's point of view

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    Exciting pipeline of solar work with some of the biggest primary contractors and EPC in the country

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    Personal use of company vehicle (within reason)

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    Ongoing training and development within solar and renewables

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    Clear progression as the business continues to grow

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    Opportunity to work on large-scale commercial projects

If you’re an experienced electrician already working in solar, or looking to step into a more project-focused commercial environment, this is a strong opportunity to progress your career and work with a fast-growing EPC.

Drop me a message or apply directly to find out more

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