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Inspection/Testing Electrician (Solar Farms)

Latcom Plc
Posted a day ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Leicester, Leicestershire LE5 3TB

Salary

£220 - £250 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Inspection/Testing Electrician (Solar Farms) position available near Leicester, offering a salary of £220-250 per day based on experience.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial or industrial electrical work, with solar experience being a plus.
  • The role requires relevant certifications, including Test and Inspect certification (2391 or equivalent) and 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
  • Travel may be necessary, with expenses covered, and the job will initially be temporary or contract for 3 months before potentially transitioning to the client's payroll.
  • Interested applicants should send in their CV if they meet the qualifications and live near Leicester.

Inspection/Testing Electrician (Solar Farms) required to work an hour drive away from Leicester. 45p per mile to be discssued on mileage depending how far you need to travel. Further overnight travel may be required occasionally (Travel/hotel expenses covered & £25 lunch voucher upfront provided).

My client is happy to take on a Domestic electrician if you fancy a change of scene and would like to try something different from Domestic jobs. Working on Solar Farms is more niche & outside - full training will be provided.

Ideally this will be temp/contract/subbing for 3 months and then go onto my client's books/payroll.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Conduct inspections, testing, and commissioning of PV solar systems according to the latest edition of BS EN (phone number removed) and other relevant standards.
  • Install string cables onto photovoltaic (PV) array tables.
  • Terminate DC mains cables at combiner boxes and inverter stations.
  • Adhere to company safety protocols and industry standards.

Skills & Qualifications required:

  • Test and Inspect certification (2391 or equivalent).
  • Valid CSCS or ECS card
  • Must be able to drive up to an hour from Stevenage and be prepared to stay away occasionally
  • NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent qualification.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
  • Experience in commercial or industrial electrical work (solar experience is a bonus).
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Full UK driving license is essential.

Offers:

  • £220-250 per day depending on your experiences/solar
  • Vehicle allowance + 45p per mile or Company van and fuel card.
  • Working hours; 7am-5pm with an hour for lunch, Mons-Thurs, 7am-3,4,5pm on Fridays (depending on work load for the week).
  • Overtime will be paid, 1x3 weekend work with travel expenses, if required.

Please send in your CV if you would like to know more, live near to Leicester and have the above skills.

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