Solar Technician - Kent

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a key business and influential player in the global energy market. The company have a vast portfolio of renewable energy assets and have a brilliant company culture of looking after their employees. We're looking for a Level 3 qualified Electrician to join the team to cover large scale, ground mount solar assets across Kent.

This Solar Technician comes with a salary up to £40,000, with door to door pay and paid overtime too, including travel time.

If you're wanting to work for a genuine major player in the global energy space with growth potential, please read on and apply below.

Responsibilities and duties of the Solar Technician role

Reporting to the Field Service Team Leader you will:

Ensure the best performance of large-scale renewable energy assets
Perform operations and maintenance duties across the portfolio of solar and battery storage sites
Ensure adherence to all HSE requirements when completing your duties
Test both DC and AC systems, looking for faults and tracing issues
Conduct firmware updates and use computer systems to look for issues with the assets
Consistent inspection, maintenance and testing of the systems
Looking for trends and using data analysis to see if you can spot any common trends and suggest ways to improve operations as a result
Occasional electrical works across the site including the welfare cabins and other associated electrics
Occasional working way from your patch/area and be flexible to help when the business needs this

We are looking for someone with the following:

At least a level 3 qualification in electrical installation
2391 test and inspection is hugely preferred
Solar experience is preferred but not essential
Any health and safety qualifications are a benefit
Full UK driving licence

Personal skills

The Solar Technician role would suit someone who:

Enjoys being on the road visiting sites
Someone who enjoys fault-finding and maintenance rather than installation
Wants to contribute to the renewable energy industry

Salary and benefits of the Solar Technician role

Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
Door to door pay
Private health cover
Life insurance
Company van and fuel card (and can be for personal use)
Company pension
33 days holiday inc. BH
Company bonusINDREN

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