Solar Electrician 📍 Gloucestershire 💰 £50,000 - £55,000 Basic Salary + Bonus 🚀 Clear Progression to Operations Manager We are recruiting on behalf of a growing and ambitious renewable energy business that has recently secured several significant commercial solar contracts within the FMCG sector. As a result of continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Solar Electrician to support both installation and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) activities across a growing portfolio of commercial solar projects. This is far more than a standard electrician role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a key role in developing and growing the company's O&M capability, with a clear progression pathway into Operations Management and future leadership opportunities as the business continues to expand. What's on Offer? * £50,000 - £55,000 basic salary * Performance-related bonus * Clear progression to Operations Manager and beyond * Opportunity to help build and develop the O&M division * Join a business experiencing significant growth * Work on large-scale commercial solar projects * Supportive and ambitious management team * Long-term career development opportunities The Role Key responsibilities include: * Installation and commissioning of commercial solar PV systems * Planned and reactive maintenance across operational solar assets * Fault finding, diagnostics, and system optimisation * Electrical testing and inspection * Supporting the development of O&M procedures and best practices * Working closely with project and operations teams * Ensuring all work is completed safely and to the highest standards * Supporting customer relationships and ongoing asset performance About You We are keen to speak with candidates who have: * Previous experience working on commercial solar PV projects * Qualified Electrician status (18th Edition essential) * Inspection & Testing qualification desirable * Experience carrying out installation and maintenance activities * Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills * Commercial electrical experience * Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience * Solar PV commissioning experience * Experience within an Operations & Maintenance environment * Previous involvement in commercial rooftop or ground-mount solar projects * Leadership or supervisory experience Why Join? This is an opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of growth. With major commercial contracts already secured and ambitious expansion plans in place, the successful candidate will have the chance to make a genuine impact, help shape the future of the O&M function, and progress into a senior operational leadership role over time. Apply today for a confidential discussion
