Renewables Electrician

Renewables Electrician

Electrical | Renewables | Solar PV | ASHP

North East England with regional travel

£40,000 to £45,000 basic salary plus overtime and benefits

1. Company and role context

Envo Talent is partnering confidentially with a well-established, family-run renewable energy contractor based in the North East of England.

The business is a recognised delivery partner on government and council-funded energy efficiency programmes, working closely with local authorities and major energy suppliers to support the UK’s net zero targets. Their projects focus on improving energy efficiency in homes, reducing fuel poverty and delivering measurable social value, underpinned by strong compliance and quality workmanship.

Due to sustained growth and a healthy pipeline of solar and heating projects, the business is expanding its in-house electrical capability and is now seeking an experienced Solar/Renewables Electrician to join the team.

Role overview

The Solar Electrician will be responsible for the installation, wiring and commissioning of solar PV systems across residential and some commercial sites. The role also includes electrical works associated with battery storage, air source heat pumps and ventilation measures.

This is a field-based, full-time position, reporting into the electrical and project delivery function. You will be trusted to work independently on site, maintain high installation standards and represent the business professionally with customers and stakeholders.

Salary and benefits snapshot

• £40,000 to £45,000 basic salary depending on experience and qualifications

• PAYE monthly pay

• Company vehicle

• Paid travel time outside core working hours

• 30 days holiday including bank holidays

• Pension scheme and long-service holiday incentives

4. Short call to action

If you are a qualified electrician with solar experience and are looking for stable, long-term work within the renewable energy sector, Envo Talent would welcome a confidential conversation.

Responsibilities and duties

• Install and wire solar PV systems including inverters and battery storage

• Complete electrical works for air source heat pump systems and ventilation measures

• Carry out electrical assessments prior to installation

• Configure, test and fault-find DC and AC circuits

• Ensure all work complies with BS7671 wiring regulations and MCS installation standards

• Work closely with project managers and installation teams to meet delivery programmes

• Maintain accurate testing, commissioning and compliance documentation

• Engage professionally with customers and site stakeholders

Professional qualifications and experience

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification

• Recognised Solar PV qualification

• Proven experience installing and commissioning solar PV systems

• Experience working on or alongside air source heat pump installations

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capability

• Full UK driving licence preferred

• ECS or CSCS card preferred

Personal attributes and behaviours

• Pride in quality workmanship and safe working practices

• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role

• Organised and reliable with good attention to detail

• Professional and customer-focused approach

• Genuine interest in renewable energy and low-carbon technologies

Salary and benefits

• Basic salary of £40,000 to £45,000 per annum depending on experience

• Company vehicle provided for work use

• Travel time paid outside core hours at £12.21 per hour, with a 30-minute commute deducted each way

• Standard working hours Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm with a 30-minute lunch break

• Saturday working on a rota basis, approximately one in three, paid as overtime

• 30 days annual leave including bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Long-service holiday incentives

• Company events, referral programme and on-site parking

UK compliance and equal opportunities

Envo Talent acts as an employment partner on behalf of our client. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The client is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued