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This role will focus on planned preventative maintenance, reactive fault-finding, electrical testing, and remedial works across rooftop and ground-mount solar installations. Working closely with operational and technical teams, you will help ensure assets operate safely, reliably, and at optimum output whilst maintaining high standards of electrical and health and safety compliance. You will play a key role in identifying and resolving technical issues, monitoring system performance, and supporting clients throughout maintenance and repair activities across a growing portfolio of solar assets. Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance visits across commercial and industrial rooftop and ground-mount solar PV sites. Diagnose and resolve faults across inverters, string and combiner boxes, DC and AC electrical systems, monitoring equipment, and mounting systems. Complete electrical testing and inspection, including insulation resistance, earth continuity, and string IV curve testing. Complete site documentation including RAMS, permits to work, service reports, and defect logs. Identify system underperformance using monitoring platforms and carry out practical on-site diagnostic activities. Work closely with the O&M and operations teams to prioritise site visits, escalate significant defects, and plan remedial works. Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with relevant health and safety procedures and electrical standards. Support warranty claims and liaise with manufacturers regarding defective components and equipment. Maintain company vehicles, tools, test equipment, and PPE in good working condition. Maintain accurate records relating to equipment, testing, calibration, maintenance, and site activities. Act as a professional point of contact for clients and site hosts during O&M visits. Contribute to maintaining high standards of quality, reliability, and customer service across the solar portfolio. About You You are a hands-on and safety-conscious electrical professional with experience working on grid-connected solar PV systems, ideally within commercial, industrial, or utility-scale environments. You enjoy working independently in the field whilst maintaining strong communication with clients and internal teams. You are methodical, organised, and confident diagnosing electrical and technical faults, with a strong commitment to safe working practices and delivering high-quality maintenance services. Essential Experience & Qualifications NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Installation, or a recognised electrical apprenticeship. Current 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) qualification. City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing or equivalent, or willingness to obtain this. Proven hands-on experience working with grid-connected solar PV systems. Strong understanding of DC and AC electrical systems and inverter technology. Knowledge of solar PV safety hazards, isolation procedures, and safe working practices. Full, clean UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel extensively across the UK. Desirable: Working at Height, IPAF, or PASMA certification. CSCS card or relevant construction site safety certification. First Aid at Work qualification. Experience with commercial and industrial rooftop mounting systems and different roof types. Familiarity with solar monitoring and SCADA platforms such as SolarEdge, Huawei, SMA, or Solarman. Experience working with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work legislation and CDM Regulations. If you're looking to develop your career within renewable energy and solar operations, send your CV to Jovita at VIQU Energy today. Get in touch with VIQU Energy for a private discussion about this role. You can also contact Jovita Strolyte directly through our website. Referral Bonus: Have someone in mind for this position? We offer rewards of up to £1,000 for successful introductions (T&Cs apply). To stay up to date with the latest industry opportunities, follow @VIQU Energy online. Apply VIQU IT Recruitment IT & Tech 29 Jobs The company is part of Company Profile In Short Industry IT & Telecommunications Founded 2014 Location Birmingham & Southampton Company size 11-50 Introducing VIQU IT At VIQU IT, we’re focused on bringing a knowledgeable and honest approach to IT recruitment, devoting ourselves to improving quality of life for our candidates through excellent IT job opportunities, our clients with high-quality customer service, and our team through continual support and training. As an IT recruitment agency based in Birmingham and Southampton, our recruitment team works with everyone from global conglomerates to innovative SMEs across the UK and beyond, meaning whether you are a seasoned IT contractor or you are in search of your next permanent job, we will be able to support you through the job process. VIQU IT’s Specialisms Our wide array of clients and key accounts in the public and private sector, means that we work across the IT spectrum. Our core specialisms include: IT Strategy & Business Transformation Development & Technical Infrastructure & Cloud Cyber Security BI & Data Similar O&M Engineer Solar Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Blinds and Curtains Installer Hillarys Blinds Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5BD £50,000+ earnings p/a 3 weeks ago Field Service Engineer Future Recruitment Group Ltd Corby (NN17), NN17 £36000 - £40000 per annum + + 48k OTE + Van + International Travel 2 weeks ago Fall Arrest Technologist SATRA Technology Telford Way Ind Est, Kettering (NN16), NN16 8SD From £29,000 to £31,000 per annum 4 days ago Mobile Vehicle Technician Octane Recruitment Northampton, Northamptonshire £45000 - £60000 per annum, Benefits Plus company benefits 1 week ago Maintenance Engineer Auxo Talent Finedon Road Industrial Estate, Wellingborough (NN8), NN8 4RJ Up to €51000 per annum 3 weeks ago Blinds and Curtains Installer Hillarys Blinds Thrapston, Kettering (NN14), NN14 4JH £50,000+ earnings p/a 1 month ago Tyre Fitter Kwik Fit Towcester (NN12) £26,228 per annum 3 weeks ago Maintenance Engineer Interaction - Kettering Daventry, Northamptonshire £41.5k - 45k per year 1 day ago Field Service Engineer (Weighing Equipment) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Northampton (NN1), NN1 £32000 - £36000 per annum + Van + Door to Door pay 2 weeks ago Maintenance Engineer Interaction - Kettering Corby, Northamptonshire £47k - 52k per year 1 day ago O&M Engineer Solar jobs O&M Engineer Solar jobs in Northampton Engineering jobs Engineering jobs in Northampton Jobs in Northampton Digger Driver jobs Moj jobs Operative jobs Operations jobs OT jobs Typist jobs C N jobs Cosmetics jobs O2 jobs Pos jobs Cs jobs Shovel Driver jobs Mro jobs Operator jobs Temporary jobs Quarry Operative jobs Get hired. 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