Field Service Engineer - Solar Farms
| Posting date: | 30 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | plus vehicle, bonus and on call payments |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 July 2025 |
| Location: | City Of Bristol, South West, BS1 3BD |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | Climate17 Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 57115100 |
Summary
Role
Climate17 are working with an international renewable energy company who build, operate and manage a portfolio of large-scale Solar PV assets across Europe.
They are actively searching for a skilled solar PV Field Service Engineer to carry our planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across their UK portfolio
Responsibilities
- Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes
- Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations (excluding equipment)
- Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment (data logger, routers, sensors, etc.)
- Routine maintenance activities on security system devices (cameras, barriers, etc.)
- Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities (thermal imaging, insulation tester, etc.)
- Visual inspection activities, cleaning and report to management team
- Execute corrective measures to keep the system available
- Engage and manage subcontractors
- Called to perform reactive and corrective maintenance activities as well as, from time to time to manage subcontractors and control quality of activities performed.
- The site technician shall give availability on working from time to time during weekends and bank holidays (as part of a team rota).
Requirements
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in electrical installation and maintenance, preferably in industrial or utility-scale environments.
- Proven experience or technical knowledge of three-phase photovoltaic (PV) systems.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
- C&G or NVQ level 3 electrical
- BS 7671 18th edition wiring regulations
- C&G 2391-94/95 test and inspection, or equivalent
- Proficiency in using electrical testing tools
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Strong communication skills
- Problem-solving mindset
- Team player
- Valid and clean car driving license
Location: Bristol region
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.
If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.
Climate17 are working with an international renewable energy company who build, operate and manage a portfolio of large-scale Solar PV assets across Europe.
They are actively searching for a skilled solar PV Field Service Engineer to carry our planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across their UK portfolio
Responsibilities
- Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes
- Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations (excluding equipment)
- Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment (data logger, routers, sensors, etc.)
- Routine maintenance activities on security system devices (cameras, barriers, etc.)
- Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities (thermal imaging, insulation tester, etc.)
- Visual inspection activities, cleaning and report to management team
- Execute corrective measures to keep the system available
- Engage and manage subcontractors
- Called to perform reactive and corrective maintenance activities as well as, from time to time to manage subcontractors and control quality of activities performed.
- The site technician shall give availability on working from time to time during weekends and bank holidays (as part of a team rota).
Requirements
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in electrical installation and maintenance, preferably in industrial or utility-scale environments.
- Proven experience or technical knowledge of three-phase photovoltaic (PV) systems.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
- C&G or NVQ level 3 electrical
- BS 7671 18th edition wiring regulations
- C&G 2391-94/95 test and inspection, or equivalent
- Proficiency in using electrical testing tools
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Strong communication skills
- Problem-solving mindset
- Team player
- Valid and clean car driving license
Location: Bristol region
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.
If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.