Solar Farm Technician

The company have a vast portfolio of renewable energy assets and have a brilliant company culture of looking after their employees. We're looking for a Level 3 qualified Electrician to join the team to cover large scale, ground mount solar assets across Suffolk. This Solar Technician comes with a salary up to £40,000, with door to door pay and paid overtime too, including travel time. Responsibilities and duties of the Solar Technician role Reporting to the Field Service Team Leader you will: Ensure the best performance of large-scale renewable energy assets Perform operations and maintenance duties across the portfolio of solar and battery storage sites Conduct firmware updates and use computer systems to look for issues with the assets Consistent inspection, maintenance and testing of the systems Looking for trends and using data analysis to see if you can spot any common trends and suggest ways to improve operations as a result Occasional electrical works across the site including the welfare cabins and other associated electrics Occasional working way from your patch/area and be flexible to help when the business needs this At least a level 3 qualification in electrical installation 2391 test and inspection is hugely preferred Full UK driving licence The Solar Technician role would suit someone who: Someone who enjoys fault-finding and maintenance rather than installation Salary and benefits of the Solar Technician role Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience Private health cover Life insurance Company van and fuel card (and can be for personal use) Company pension 33 days holiday inc. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.