Solar Electrician

Solar Electrician

Location: Guildford Surrey Domestic Installations Across Surrey and Surrounding Areas

Salary:per annum

Contractor Rate: 250 350 per day

Job Type: Permanent or Contract

Start Date: Immediate

Solar Electrician Guildford Surrey

Andrews Recruitment Group is recruiting an experienced Solar Electrician to join a growing renewable energy installation business based in Guildford Surrey.

This opportunity is available on either a permanent or subcontract basis and would suit a fully qualified electrician with hands-on experience installing testing and commissioning domestic solar PV battery storage and EV charging systems.

Were looking for someone who can work independently maintain high installation standards and take ownership of electrical work from installation through to testing and commissioning.

For contractors there is an initial requirement for approximately two days per week with a competitive daily rate and the potential for ongoing work.

The Role

As a Solar Electrician your responsibilities will include:

• Installing testing and commissioning domestic solar PV systems.
• Installing and connecting battery energy storage systems.
• Carrying out electrical work associated with EV charging installations.
• Completing AC and DC electrical connections isolators and associated components.
• Testing inspecting and certifying electrical installations.
• Diagnosing and resolving electrical faults across solar and battery installations.
• Ensuring installations comply with BS 7671 and relevant electrical safety standards.
• Working alongside installation teams to deliver safe efficient and high-quality projects.
• Completing installation documentation testing records and certification.
• Maintaining excellent health and safety standards across domestic customer sites.

Qualifications Required

Applicants should hold the following qualifications:

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations BS 7671
• City & Guilds 2391-24 Inspection and Testing
• Level 3 Electrical Qualification recognised under NAPIT Qualification List 1 2 or 3
• City & Guilds 2921-34 EV Charging Installation
• City & Guilds 2922-34 Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Installation
• City & Guilds 2923-34 Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS)

Candidates with equivalent qualifications and substantial practical experience may also be considered subject to verification of their competence and certification.

What Were Looking For

• Proven experience working as a Solar Electrician PV Electrician or qualified installation electrician.
• Practical experience with domestic solar PV and battery storage systems.
• Strong electrical installation inspection testing and fault-finding skills.
• Confidence working independently and completing installations to a high standard.
• Good knowledge of current electrical regulations and installation requirements.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Own van and tools for subcontract opportunities.
• Ideally based within approximately 30 minutes of Guildford.
• Availability to start at short notice would be advantageous.

Salary and Benefits

Permanent Position

• per annum depending on experience and qualifications.
• Long-term opportunity within the renewable energy sector.

Subcontract Position

• 250 350 per day depending on experience and qualifications.
• Initially approximately two days per week.
• Ongoing domestic installation work.
• Own van and tools required.

Apply Now

If youre an experienced Solar Electrician with domestic solar PV battery storage and electrical testing experience wed like to hear from you.

Apply with your latest CV including details of your electrical qualifications and solar installation experience.

Andrews Recruitment Group will contact suitable applicants to discuss the permanent and subcontract opportunities available.