At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with maintenance and inspections in the renewable energy sector.
- Company: Join a leading utility scale solar O&M company focused on sustainability.
- Benefits: Salary between £30,000-£38,000, company van, 25 days holiday, and overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Field-based role with excellent growth potential in the renewable energy industry.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in renewables and make a positive impact on the environment.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 Electrical Qualifications and a passion for renewable technologies.
Astute's Renewables team is exclusively partnering with a utility scale solar O&M company to recruit a Field Service Engineer for its sites in the Hampshire and the surrounding areas. This role comes with a salary of £30,000- £38,000 DOE, company van and provides an excellent opportunity to move into the utility scale solar world. If you're a qualified electrician and are looking to get into the renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties
- Assisting with planned inspection and maintenance according to legal, technical, manufacturer and contractual requirements.
- Learning around reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and standard operating procedures.
- Performing reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and resolution in a timely manner.
- Carrying out site surveys requests as required.
- Compiling accurate and appropriate documentation for both internal and external stakeholders in a precise and timely manner.
- Keeping accurate and detailed records of electrical testing, High Voltage and safety documents that are suitable for audit.
- Ensuring that work output meets technical quality, reliability, cost, and productivity.
- Complying with the company Health & Safety Policy.
Professional qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 Electrical Qualifications or equivalent.
- C&G 2391 Testing and Inspection.
- 17th/18th (preferably) edition wiring regulations.
- Ideally at least a year's experience from within in a maintenance work in either an industrial, commercial or even domestic capacity.
- Full UK Licence.
Personal skills
- Keen to get into renewables.
- A real passion for renewable technologies such as solar PV, battery storage etc.
- Happy to travel around to sites in a field-based role.
Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer role
- Salary of between £30,000 to £38,000 depending on experience.
- Overtime and on call weekends on rota.
- Company van and tools provided.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Great opportunity to get into renewable energy.
Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.
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Field Service Engineer - Crawley and surrounding in Northgate employer: Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd
Astute is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets sustainability in the renewable energy sector. With a competitive salary of up to £70k and a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible options like electric vehicle leasing and health insurance, employees are well-supported in their professional growth. The company fosters a culture of mentorship and collaboration, ensuring that team members have ample opportunities for career development while contributing to meaningful projects across the South Midlands and South England region.
Contact Details:
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