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Solar Technical Manager

  • Chesterfield, Derbyshire
  • Permanent
  • Aug 6, 2026

Solar Technical Manager

Hybrid role - You can be based in or around any of the following areas: Mansfield, Sheffield, Chesterfield, Buxton, Alfreton, Nottingham, Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster, Worksop, Retford

£50,000 - £60,000 + Performance Related Bonus + Overtime + Flexible Working + Company Car + Training and Progression + Pension + Holidays

Are you an experienced Solar PV Electrician or Lead Solar Electrician looking to progress into a technical management role with full training provided, using your hands-on experience to oversee commercial and utility-scale solar projects?

Do you want to join an established renewable energy business offering both technical and career progression along the opportunity to move into a senior technical position?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a renewable energy business with over 30 years of experience delivering turnkey Solar PV projects across the UK. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely to a high standard and in line with technical requirements.

The ideal candidate is an experienced Solar PV Electrician or Lead Solar Electrician with strong practical and electrical knowledge, looking to progress into a technical management role covering site audits, quality control, technical support and team mentoring.

This is a brilliant chance to work on innovative renewable energy projects while benefiting from excellent training, professional development and long-term career progression.

The Role:

  • Oversee the technical delivery of commercial and utility-scale Solar PV projects, ensuring quality, safety and compliance
  • Carry out site audits, quality checks, and technical assessments
  • Liaise with project managers, clients, suppliers and contractors to resolve technical issues
  • Manage technical and handover documentation, including test certificates and compliance reports
  • Mentor engineers and technicians while supporting the wider project team
  • Hybrid role based near Chesterfield with occasional site visits

The Person:

  • Experienced Solar PV Electrician or Lead Solar Electrician with commercial or utility-scale experience
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Looking to progress into a technical management role with greater responsibility and leadership


Reference Number: 277878

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Alfie Derrick at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Reference Number: BBBH277878_1786015971
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Chesterfield, Derbyshire

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£50,000 - £60,000 per annum

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Permanent

Job Type

Energy

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BBBH277878_1786015971

Reference Number

06 Aug 2026

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Alfie Derrick

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