Solar PV Electrician - Ashford

Description

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We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, experienced and highly motivated Electrician to join our fast-growing team. As a key member of our team, you’ll be responsible for completing a mixture of solar installation, solar panel and EV servicing as well as inspection, testing, fault finding and remedial work on both commercial and domestic properties.

With excellent communication skills, you’ll collaborate closely with our office team; managing your own workload, communicating effectively with suppliers and act as key point of contact for customers, ensuring their technical questions are answered, whilst providing best in class customer service.

As part of our servicing program, you’ll ensure that all installations meet our high standards for quality and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all sites comply with health & safety regulations.
• Service EV charging points, solar panels, and perform remedial electrical work as needed.
• Coordinate with the office team regarding materials and logistics for efficient project execution.
• Inspect, test, fault find and write up reports following site visits.
• Communicate effectively with customers, addressing questions and concerns.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all projects.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures while driving continual improvement in standards.
• Travel to various UK sites, as the majority of your time will be spent on-site.

What you'll need to succeed

We’re looking for someone who is dedicated, professional, and passionate about delivering high-quality work. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of technical expertise and excellent communication skills to the team.

Experience of solar and EV charging point installations is desirable, but not essential. If you’re a qualified electrician, from a maintenance and servicing background who is ready for a new and exciting challenge, we want to hear from you!

Essentials:

• 18th Edition qualified.
• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation
• ECS Card with additional safety qualifications for working at heights, confined spaces, etc.
• Able to pass an Enhanced DBS check.
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong IT skills.
• Valid full UK driving license.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Good problem solving and installation skills.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship.

Desirable:

• Experience in the solar PV industry is ideal but not essential – full training will be provided on solar and EV charging installations.

Your base of Operations: Office, warehouse, and beyond

Our head office is in Chippenham, Wiltshire, with additional offices and warehouses in Lincoln, Ringwood (Hampshire), and Kent. For this role, we’re looking for candidates based in the Maidstone, Kent area. The position will involve some travel, including occasional overnight stays.

Our working hours are 40 a week, Monday - Friday.

Benefits you can rely on

🌞 Holiday: 25 days holiday and bank holidays, rising to 29 with long service recognition. Plus a gifted day off for your birthday and the the option to buy more twice a year.

🎁 Annual bonus: bonus scheme to recognise and reward your hard work.

🛌 Stay away: £50 a night stay away bonus, as well as a £25 day food allowance when staying away.

✅ Life assurance: 6% cash lump sum for your family or next of kin — giving you peace of mind.

🚚 Company van: with fuel card for business use for electricians and team leaders. For roofers and trainees, travel provided from office hub to different sites.

🦺 Fully provided uniform and PPE.

🛠 Fully provided tools.

💪 Discounted gym membership.

🩺 Health: Employer funded Health Cash Plan, being able to claim back on expenses such as prescriptions, massages, dentist etc.

🌞 Savings: Discounts across our services and products, including renewable energy, solar panels, battery storage and heat pumps.

💸 Ethical Pension with Aviva: Good Energy offers an ethical pension plan provided by Aviva, with employer-matched contributions up to 7.5% of your base salary.

Good Energy has been driving the UK’s renewable energy revolution since 1999, helping homes and businesses become greener and more self-sufficient through clean power and green technology.

We supply 100% renewable electricity from over 3,000 independent British generators and support more than 180,000 customers producing their own energy through the Feed-in Tariff scheme. Beyond supply, we design and install solar panels systems, batteries, heat pumps and EV chargers, with fair tariffs and export rates that reward people for the energy they share.

As a Which? Eco Provider, certified B Corp, and Friends of the Earth–recommended supplier, we’re proud to set the bar high for sustainability, fairness, and customer care. We’re rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot and recognised as a World Class Employer by Best Companies, a reflection of both our customers’ trust and our inclusive, values-driven workplace.

Now part of the Esyasoft Group, we’re connected to a global network of expertise in energy management and smart technology. With an exciting period of growth ahead, we’re expanding across all areas of the business. At our core, we believe in fairness, inclusivity, and innovation, and we’re looking for people who share our mission to tackle the climate crisis and power a cleaner, greener future.

Our Commitment
We're a Committed Member of Inclusive Employers and value people’s differences - we recognise the strength that they give us. We work hard to be a supportive community where everyone has equal opportunities and we encourage applications from people irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or sexual orientation.