Trainee Solar Installer

Trainee Solar Installer
Horsham
£26,500 to £30K depending on experience levels (Experienced Roofers or Solar Installers are also welcomed to apply, and will be who qualify for the top end. The lower end will be more realistic for completely fresh trainees).
Required: Drivers license and a way to get to the office- Until trained, at which time you will receive a company van (2022 plate or newer), and a fuel card.
This is a really exciting opportunity for a genuine, hard working, and eager to learn Trainee- To step into the renewables world, working for a company that truly look after their staff!
The ideal Trainee Solar Installer will;

• Be confident using basic tools and enjoy practical work.
• You'll need to be able to carry solar panels.
• Have a practical, hands on hobby or an interest where fixing or building is involved (Please ensure this is specified on your CV).
• Or you could have some experience in a hands on or trades environment — this could be anything from window fitting to another role where you’ve used tools.
• Most importantly, have the right attitude and enthusiasm to learn and build a career in renewables.

Benefits:

• Training with experienced Solar PV Installers, shadowing until you are confident to work independently.
• The potential for qualifications support and further training.
• You'll receive a £5 lunch allowance per day .
• Starting annual leave is 22 days plus bank holidays. This increases after 3 years go to 23 days, and increases after 5 years to 25 days.
• It's the devil in the details: On hot days cooling towels are provided to staff members. There's always a fizzy drink, bottle of water, and ice cream available at the office in the fridge.
• Monthly team breakfasts.
• Staff events.
• PPE and tools all supplied to you.
• And finally, this company have no need to advertise for new work. They have substantially positive reviews online, and are booked up purely through recommendations and registered interest online. Staff retention is super strong, due to the above.

The Trainee Solar PV Installer role:

• 70% of the time you will work within a 30 minute radius of the Horsham office, however occasionally, travel up to 45 minutes away will be required. Overall the role is very local.
• Getting up on roofs and helping with the installation of solar PV panels.
• Carrying, positioning and securing panels and mounting systems.
• Installing and routing cabling neatly and safely.
• Helping with the DC side of the installation, including connecting panels and associated equipment.
• And more.

The biggest thing for this renewables business, when recruiting for the Trainee Solar PV Installer is finding someone genuine, hard working, and eager to learn.
Apply now to avoid missing out!
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