Gold Card Electrician – Solar Farm Projects
About the Company
You’ll be joining a fast-growing, UK-based renewables and utilities company working on large-scale renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on utility-scale solar farms and grid-connected assets. The business is known for delivering complex projects to high standards of safety and quality, while keeping a down-to-earth, team-focused culture on site. They invest in training, support electricians in gaining additional tickets, and offer the chance to work on major projects that genuinely contribute to the UK’s clean energy transition.
The Role
We're looking for a skilled Gold Card Electrician to work on solar farm projects across the UK. If you've got solid experience in renewable energy and want to be part of the green energy transition, this could be a great fit.
What You'll Be Doing
- Installing, testing, and commissioning electrical systems on solar farms
- Maintaining and troubleshooting solar PV systems, inverters, and transformers
- Connecting solar panels and associated electrical kit
- Running inspections and testing to BS 7671 standards
- Working from technical drawings and specs
- Keeping on top of customers requirements and being adaptable
- Working with the wider site team to get projects over the line
- Making sure everything's done safely and to spec
What You Need
- Valid Gold Card (ECS or JIB)
- Current NAPIT or NICEIC membership
- Hands-on experience with solar farm projects – we need someone who's been there and done it
- 18th Edition Wiring Regs
- Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
- Inspection and Testing (2391 or similar)
- Good working knowledge of solar PV systems and grid connections
- Full UK driving license
- Someone who can think on their feet and spot issues before they become problems
- Happy working solo or as part of a team
Nice to Have
- HV experience (Authorised Person)
- Battery storage (BESS) knowledge
- IOSH or SMSTS
- Background in large commercial or utility-scale work
What's on Offer
- Up to £40,000 depending on what you bring to the table
- Work on some seriously impressive renewable projects
- Room to grow and develop your skills
- Amazing team to work with
- Training and additional perks
- Paid accommodation
Interested?
Send over your CV to alex@acmstaffing.co.uk with details of your solar experience and qualifications. We're keen to hear from electricians who know their way around a solar farm and have the tickets to back it up.
