Astute is partnering with a leading global ICP/EPC contractor delivering major utility scale solar developments across the West & South of Midlands to recruit 2 O&M Solar Technicians across multiple Operational Solar projects.
These O&M Solar Technician positions offer a competitive salary and company benefits, with a planned start date of November 2026.
Responsibilities and duties of the O&M Solar Technician positions:
Reporting to the Senior O&M Technician, you will:
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Actively participate in all O&M activities related to overall sites improvement and maintenance works related to the LV and HV electrical network
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Manage and provide hands on assistance with the delivery of all maintenance activities
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Ensure compliance to company’s Electrical Safety Rules (ESRs)
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Carry out scheduled Preventive maintenance activities and non-scheduled Corrective Maintenance activities
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Keeps records/logs of the scheduled/non-scheduled maintenance HV/LV activities either performed by himself or other contractors
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Produce in-house RAMS for LV scheduled works
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Ensure electrical safety across the sites, during LV or other electrical works
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Assist in developing new maintenance procedures where necessary
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Identify resources/subcontractors to perform Maintenance activities if necessary (specialized companies, suppliers, etc.)
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As necessary, oversee activity of contractors to ensure smooth, reliable, effective and efficient implementation of any maintenance works undertaken in sites
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Complete all paperwork including labour returns, timesheets, expenses, and material allocationsLiaise with Operational management team and site operatives day to day issues
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Performing the Electrical Site Technician duties on site
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Work on DC and LV systems and circuit protection and be able to diagnose any issues
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Submit LV switching schedules in accordance with pre-agreed project programs
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Promote a positive HS&E culture whilst recommending new initiatives for continuous improvement
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To identify improvement of activities and training needs and give feedback of findings to senior managers and directors
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
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Electrical Engineering background
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Minimum 2 years of professional experience as field technician for PV Solar/BESS projects
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Qualified Electrician
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Good mechanical knowledge
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Proficient in electrical systems design and solar connections
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Up to date industry recognized AP course (HV AP 2/ AP3 Authorization)
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Test equipment/ able fault finding / VLF testing /IR
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Experience in renewable energy installations (O&M, Construction, etc)
Salary and benefits of the O&M Solar Technician roles:
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£34,000 - £38,571 salary
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10% pension
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Private health
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Life insurance
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