Solar PV Installer – Roofing / Panel Installer

About the role:

EvoEnergy is a nationwide installer of Solar Photovoltaic, battery storage, and EV charging solutions, as well as various other technologies, for clients looking to reduce their carbon footprint and help the environment.

EvoEnergy is now in a period of growth and expansion, and is currently looking to add to our current team of site-based installers for the installation of Solar PV systems.

The role will involve attending sites across the country as part of the EvoEnergy delivery team. Applicants will ideally have working knowledge of Solar PV installations/roof types and mechanical fixings for mounting frames.

The position may also be required to support the maintenance teams on an occasional basis.

Key responsibilities:

• Understanding site plans and layout drawings of the installations.
• Ability to install Solar PV panels and associated mounting frames on various roof types—metal/tiled.
• Understanding and working on Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Be able to work “on the roof” to install Solar PV arrays and relevant DC cabling strings.
• Understanding the dangers of working with Solar PV, DC power, and principles.
• Working as part of a wider engineering/installation team to meet timescales and deadlines.
• Work-at-height appreciation and safety knowledge.
• Ability to lead from the front and take charge of the roof installation with additional labour, working with other team members to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and timelines.
• Working with the service delivery team, project managers, and other stakeholders to meet contractual requirements, safety, and quality standards.
• Compiling reports from sites visited and inspected in a timely manner and following up with technical advice.

Qualifications:

• The individual must be willing to travel and work away from home, where required.
• Has strong leadership skills.
• Comfortable client-facing and has good communication skills.
• Understands the demands and pressures of contractual agreements.
• Can undertake physical work in all weather conditions.
• Problem-solving and pragmatic.
• Good with IT to file reports and recommendations.
• A good self-starter who is happy to lead and work as a team.
• Someone who is always looking to improve, brings new ideas to the team, and can be self-critical to improve continually.

Skills Required:

Essential Skills

• Driving License (max 3 points)
• Able to work away from home and stay away
• Previous experience in installing PV panels
• Understands the importance of RAMS and can work safely
• Can lead a team with good communication skills
• Working knowledge of Solar PV systems and the installation on various roof types

Desirable

• Can work as part of a team to get the best results
• Previous experience with job reporting/progress
• Any safety training certificates or qualifications
• Solar PV, EV Installation training certificate

At EvoEnergy, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We ensure that our recruitment process accommodates the needs of disabled individuals by aligning our job postings with Indeed’s disability requirements. We offer flexible working arrangements to support candidates with varying needs and encourage applicants to inform us of any accommodations they may require during the hiring process. We are dedicated to creating an equitable environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.