
SOLAR FARM ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
Based in Amesbury/ Salisbury/Basingstoke/ Andover
Salary up to 35k
Permanent
SUMMARY
We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Technician, for a highly established client, to ensure their solar plants achieve outstanding levels of safety, quality and performance at a cost that meets operational budget, as part of an industry leading team of renewable energy specialists.
The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified electrician with experience operating and maintaining MW-scale solar plants and/or DC/HV Experience.
You will need to be located near the operational plants and have a full driving licence. This is a permanent role and will require availability for weekend on-call duties.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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The responsibilities of the Solar Farm Electrical Technician include:
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Adherence to health and safety requirements always and helping to maintain and improve safety standards across the solar plants
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Achieve and maintain Authorised Person status commensurate with training received, experience gained and in-line with individual job role requirements
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Undertaking planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements
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Inspection, testing and maintenance of PV modules, DC strings and inverters
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Undertaking AC and DC testing, troubleshooting and fault-finding
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Carry out reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution in a timely manner
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Troubleshooting and repairs on sensors and communication equipment including RS485, Ethernet and fibre optic networks
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Configuration of computer-based devices and components, including firmware updates
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Occasionally assisting with ground maintenance or mechanical work
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Carrying out inductions for sub-contractors and supervising their work
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Keeping accurate maintenance records and compiling reports
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Keeping in close communication with the O&M office
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Occasionally working away from home for training courses or to cover other sites for up to 1 week at a time
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Induct and manage sub-contractors, ensure their safe working and undertake quality checks on their work
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Other duties commensurate with the role
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Desirable Knowledge:
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Knowledge of central inverters highly desirable.
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Principles of High Voltage operations.
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Strong technical understanding of AC, DC and communications networks.
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Good knowledge and understanding of solar PV technology.
Essential Experience
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DC installation.
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DC fault finding, testing and commissioning.
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LV installation.
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LV fault finding, testing and commissioning.
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Experience of working remotely without close supervision.
Essential Skills & Attributes
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Strong approach to safe working practices.
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Excellent communication skills, fluent written and spoken English.
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Attention to detail.
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Positive, can-do attitude.
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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Able to respond to changing priorities and emergent issues.
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Enthusiasm for personal development.
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Strong problem-solving skills.
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Computer skills for writing reports, reporting progress and communicating by email.
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Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, Excellence.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
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Fully qualified Electrician.
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Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
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Inspection and testing qualifications (C&G 2391 or 2394/5) highly valued.
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Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. IOSH, SSSTS, CSCS).
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Advanced electrical qualifications.
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Central inverter training qualifications.
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High Voltage qualifications and authorisations.
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First aid qualifications.
BENEFITS
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Diverse workforce and supports a healthy work-life balance.
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Private healthcare and private health insurance.
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Discounted green travel.
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25 days holiday with options to buy/sell 5 days per annum, enhanced family leave and 4 volunteering days.
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company vehicle, phone and laptop/tablet.
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overtime system, contributory pension.
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Investment in role specific training - in-house training programme -encouraged to broaden experience to advanced levels such as an industry recognised HV Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP).

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