Electrician
il y a 10 jours
Manchester
Electrician\n\nManchester - North West\n£22.50 – £25.00 per hour\n\nConstruo Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Solar PV Electrician to join a growing renewable energy installation team.\n\nThis role is ideal for a qualified electrician with hands-on solar PV experience, confident across DC, AC, control wiring, and commissioning, with a strong understanding of UK regulations and industry best practices.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Install, commission, and maintain solar PV systems across residential, commercial, and industrial projects\n\n * Carry out full electrical scope including:\n\n * DC wiring: string configuration, isolators, fuse protection, combiners, containment\n\n * AC wiring: inverter connections, distribution boards, generation meters, CT clamps, backup systems\n\n * Control wiring: monitoring systems (Ethernet, RS485, Wi-Fi), optimisers, rapid shutdown systems\n\n * Earthing & bonding: arrays, mounting structures, surge protection (SPDs)\n\n * Perform testing, inspection, fault-finding, and inverter diagnostics\n\n * Complete commissioning paperwork, test certificates, and DNO notifications\n\n * Ensure all installations comply with UK electrical and solar PV standards\n\n * Follow strict health & safety procedures on all sites\n\n * Work closely with roofers, engineers, and apprentices to deliver projects efficiently\n\nRequirements\n\n * NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)\n\n * 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)\n\n * Proven experience working on solar PV installations\n\n * Strong knowledge of inverters, optimisers, hybrid systems, and battery storage\n\n * Ability to test, inspect, and commission systems independently\n\n * Full UK driving licence\n\nDesirable:\n\n * C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing\n\n * CSCS or ECS card\n\n * Experience with DNO applications (G98 / G99)\n\nKnowledge of Regulations (Preferred)\n\nBS 7671 (18th Edition, including Section 712 – Solar PV Systems)\n\nIET Code of Practice for Grid-Connected Solar PV Systems\n\nMCS Standards (MIS 3002, MCS 012, MCS 017, MCS 004)\n\nENA Engineering Recommendations (G98, G99, G100)\n\nBS EN 62446 (Testing & Commissioning)\n\nUK Health & Safety Regulations (CDM, Working at Height, PUWER, RAMS)\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n\nCompetitive PAYE salary\n\n20 days holiday + bank holidays\n\nCompany vehicle, tools, and PPE provided\n\nOngoing training & manufacturer certifications\n\nClear progression into Senior Electrician or Supervisor roles\n\nSupportive team environment within a fast-growing renewable sector\n\nApply Now\n\nIf you’re a qualified electrician with solar PV experience looking for your next opportunity, apply today or contact Construo Recruitment for more information