O&M Technician, Solar

Taylor Hopkinson is supporting an international renewable energy producer in the recruitment of an O&M Technician. In the UK, our client has a focus on utility-scale solar and storage projects. Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as defined in contracts with customers and partners.
• Analyze and resolve technical issues arising in photovoltaic installations.
• Provide prompt on-site and remote troubleshooting support.
• Recommend and implement fault recovery solutions to restore production.
• Interpret drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Conduct maintenance services on electrical components.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot failures.
• Prepare maintenance reports.
• Perform specialized technical maintenance activities on-site.
• Monitor and report on operation and maintenance activities.
• Adhere to preventive maintenance plans for all equipment.
• Operate and resolve faults on existing systems.
• Respond to and assist with emergencies at PV plants within the assigned area or in other countries where our operations are present.
• Participate in integrated commissioning and start-up activities in various locations.

• Professional electrical qualification (mandatory).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in similar roles.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems and processes.
• Experience in medium and high voltage maintenance (preferred).
• Proficiency in data acquisition and communication systems.
• Technical design knowledge.
• Understanding of photovoltaic solar energy (experience with wind, storage projects, or other renewable energy sources is also valuable).
• Willingness to travel for short periods with short notice.