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Senior Electrician
Excel Recruitment are seeking an Experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join a fast-growing Solar business. Must have multiple years of experience working with Solar Tech. High Salary and fantastic benefits.
€50,000 – €75,000 + Performance Bonuses | Company Van | Career Progression
Full‑Time, Permanent | Leinster Region
- Competitive salary between €50,000 – €75,000, depending on experience, certifications (e.g., QC, Microgen), and leadership capability
- Performance-based bonuses and annual salary reviews
- Company van (policy-based personal use included)
- Funded training & certifications (Microgen, QC, advanced systems)
- Clear pathway to Lead Installer / Supervisor / Management
- Work with high‑spec solar, battery, EV & heat pump systems
- Stable pipeline of domestic & commercial projects
- Join a company genuinely driving Ireland’s clean energy transition
The Role
As a Senior Solar & Renewable Energy Electrician, you will:
- Lead installations, testing, commissioning, and handover of renewable energy systems
- Work collaboratively with experienced project teams
- Support and supervise junior electricians and apprentices
- Maintain high installation standards
- Take ownership of tasks, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction
This is a hands‑on role suited to an electrician who already understands solar, batteries and modern electrical standards and wants a long‑term career path.
Key Responsibilities
Installation & Commissioning
- Install, test, and commission Solar PV systems in line with SEAI Code of Practice
- Integrate string & hybrid inverters, batteries, diverters, EV chargers, and heat pumps electrically
- Perform electrical upgrades on existing installations as needed
- Conduct testing, inspection, and certification to IS 10101 and Safe Electric standards
- Diagnose faults and support commissioning sign‑off as a QC / Qualified Certifier (QCBA)
- Complete all related test sheets, certifications, photographs, and job documentation
Customer & Site Engagement
- Deliver professional, clear system handovers to homeowners and site contacts
- Explain system operation, protection, safety, and aftercare
- Represent this company to the highest professional standard on-site
Team & Project Support
- Provide feedback to project managers on site conditions, materials, and timelines
- Participate in continuous improvement, quality and safety initiatives
- Support, guide, and mentor apprentices and junior electricians
- Opportunity to progress into Lead Installer / Supervisory roles
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Electrician (National Craft Certificate or equivalent)
- Safe Electric registered (or eligible to register)
- SEAI recognised Microgeneration Electrical Installations training (or willingness to complete – supported by company)
- QC / Qualified Certifier for Electrical Testing & Verification (QCBA) – highly advantageous
- Proven experience with Solar PV, battery storage systems, and EV chargers
- Experience supervising or guiding junior/apprentice electricians
- Comfortable working at heights with a safety‑focused attitude
- Full, clean driving licence
- Strong communication skills and ability to interact professionally with customers and team members
- Leadership potential and strong team collaboration skills
We recognise experience matters. If you don’t tick every box but have a strong renewables background, we want to hear from you.
Salary & Benefits
- €50,000 – €75,000 base salary (DOE and certifications)
- Performance‑based bonuses
- Pension contribution
- Annual salary review
- Additional annual leave with service
- Funded qualifications & technical courses (per company policy)
- Referral bonus
- Company van (with policy-defined personal use), laptop, and company mobile phone
- Branded PPE & workwear
Please apply for this position accordingly and only if you have the required experience and qualifications. Please also note that preference will be given to candidates who can start immediately. Contact Conor at +353 18717676
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