O&M Field Electrician (FV)

Grupotec Renewables Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking an O&M Field Electrician to support photovoltaic projects near Ipswich, England. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on photovoltaic installations, diagnosing faults in low-voltage systems, and maintaining electrical components. Applicants should have relevant educational credentials, certification, a JIB Gold Card, and experience in PV projects. This is a full-time role offering opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years previous experience in PV/BESS projects performing similar functions.
• Solid knowledge of communication architecture and sensors.
• Additional training as HV Authorised Person will be highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning of photovoltaic installations.
• Diagnose and repair minor faults in low-voltage systems.
• Conduct visual inspections of system components.
• Maintain and inspect electrical components and equipment.
• Complete work orders and digital documentation.

Skills

Knowledge of PV and BESS plant equipment

Ability to diagnose and repair low-voltage systems

Experience in preventive maintenance

H&S training

Education

Education in electrical field or renewable energy

BS 7671:2018 certification

JIB Gold Card or equivalent

Job description

Grupotec Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

Founded in 1997, GRUPOTEC has grown into a large, multidisciplinary, and international engineering and architecture company, and is today a leading player in the photovoltaic energy sector.

We are currently seeking an O&M Field Electrician to join our photovoltaic projects near Ipswich. The selected candidate will carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on photovoltaic installations in line with the O&M Manual. This includes inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing faults in low‑voltage systems, photovoltaic modules, trackers, cabling, and related components.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning of photovoltaic installations in accordance with the O&M Manual, including modules, mounting structures, trackers, string combiner boxes (low voltage), cabling, inverters, measuring equipment, and communication systems, using hand tools, measuring instruments, thermal imaging cameras, etc.
• Diagnose and repair minor faults in low‑voltage systems, photovoltaic modules, trackers, cabling, etc., carrying out corrective maintenance tasks as required.
• Conduct visual inspections of system components, identifying faults and defects, and reporting findings to management.
• Maintain and inspect electrical components and equipment, including inverters, distribution panels, communication panels, and DC/AC protection panels, in accordance with maintenance manuals and schedules.
• Inspect and repair wiring, connectors, terminals, and related components.
• Complete work orders, attendance records, and digital documentation in line with established procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Education in the electrical field or renewable energy.
• BS 7671:2018 (18th Edition) certification.
• JIB Gold Card or equivalent.
• Additional training as HV Authorised Person will be highly valued.
• H&S training (First Aid + EMSS Card, CCNSG, CSCS Card, or SMSTS).
• Minimum of 3 years previous experience in PV/BESS projects performing similar functions (experience highly valued).
• Solid knowledge of PV and BESS plant equipment, technologies, communication architecture, and sensors.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Building Construction

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