Commissioning Engineer and Maintenance Engineer / Solar PV

AWD Online is seeking a qualified Solar PV Commissioning and Maintenance Engineer in Milton Keynes, UK. The role involves commissioning, testing, maintenance, and fault finding on large-scale rooftop solar PV systems, requiring nationwide travel. Responsibilities include supervising electricians, ensuring compliance, conducting inspections, and participating in a 24-hour emergency call-out service. Candidates must have relevant electrical qualifications and experience with commercial solar PV systems.
Solar PV Commissioning Engineer and Maintenance Engineer A great opportunity for a qualified electrical engineer with commercial solar PV experience to join a growing organisation delivering nationwide renewable energy installations. This role focuses on commissioning, electrical testing, preventative maintenance and fault finding on large-scale rooftop solar PV systems. Solar PV Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Renewable Energy Engineer LOCATION: Northampton, Northamptonshire, East Midlands (Nationwide Travel Required) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent Due to continued growth, we have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Solar PV Commissioning Engineer and Maintenance Engineer to join a specialist electrical engineering organisation delivering large-scale commercial solar installations nationwide.


As a Solar PV Commissioning Engineer and Maintenance Engineer you will oversee commissioning, testing, maintenance and fault finding on deployed solar PV systems across commercial and industrial sites. You will also supervise electricians and subcontractors while ensuring electrical compliance and safety standards. Working as a Solar PV Commissioning Engineer and Maintenance Engineer you will travel nationally to support renewable energy projects, complete electrical inspections, maintain accurate testing records and provide responsive and preventative maintenance across solar installations.


Your duties as the Solar PV Commissioning Engineer and Maintenance Engineer include: Carry out commissioning and testing of commercial and industrial rooftop solar PV installations Electrical Maintenance: Perform routine and preventative maintenance across deployed solar PV systems Identify electrical faults and implement remedial repairs to maintain system performance Testing and Inspection: Conduct EICR inspections and complete all associated remedial electrical works Team Supervision: Manage and coordinate electricians and subcontractors on site during installations and maintenance work Maintain accurate electrical testing records and complete reports and certificates using tablets and laptops Provide professional communication and support when liaising with clients on site Nationwide Project Support: Travel across the UK to support commercial solar installations and maintenance programmes Emergency Call-Out Support: Participate in a rotating 24-hour emergency call-out service when required Qualified Electrician with a City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent Previous experience working on commercial solar PV systems and rooftop installations Experience commissioning electrical systems, carrying out testing and fault finding CITB Health and Safety qualification such as SSSTS or SMSTS Full UK driving licence with a responsible driving record Excellent organisation and time management with a flexible approach to working hours City & Guilds 2391 Testing and Inspection qualification Harness and rooftop safety or mansafe training IPAF certification for MEWPs JIB rates paid including enhanced overtime, weekend and night rates in line with JIB working rules Four weeks holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Further training opportunities Fully stocked company van with fuel card including travel to and from work Hotels booked and paid for centrally by the company when working away Full-Time, Permanent Construction and Trades and Engineering Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis.


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