Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 50,000 - Annum
- Location: South East
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
About the role
We are looking for a qualified electrician who not only has hands-on experience in installing domestic air-source heat pumps, solar PV and air conditioning but also demonstrates the capability and enthusiasm to assist in technical project support. This hybrid role combines field installation responsibilities with technical planning and coordination, working closely with our Technical Manager to ensure high-quality, compliant, and efficient renewable energy systems.
You’ll play a key part in delivering Apollogrid’s installation services across the South East while supporting the technical team on design, documentation, and site planning.
What you’ll do
- Install and commission domestic **air-to-water air-source heat pumps**, including heating pipework, hot water cylinder connections, electrical supplies and controls.
- Install, test and commission the electrical components of domestic air conditioning systems. Carry out refrigerant work within the scope of your qualifications.
- Diagnose faults, complete electrical certificates and commissioning records, and show homeowners how to operate their systems.
- Work with roofers, heating engineers and other installers to complete jobs safely and on schedule.
Essential electrical and renewables criteria
- A recognised Level 3 qualification in domestic air-source heat pump installation, such as the Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump Systems (Non-refrigerant Circuits), the BPEC Level 3 Award in Air Source Heat Pump Systems, or an equivalent qualification.
- Hands-on experience installing and commissioning complete domestic air-to-water heat pump systems, covering **both the heating-water side and the electrical controls**.
- At least **two years of hands-on experience as a qualified electrician**, including domestic installation work.
- Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installation or equivalent recognised trade qualification, plus an 18th Edition qualification in BS 7671.
- Ability to work from a heat-loss report, system drawings and manufacturer instructions, and flag issues with radiator sizing, pipework or system layout before installation.
- Ability to pressure-test, flush, fill and balance the system, verify flow rates, set up weather compensation and complete commissioning records.
- Familiarity with MCS heat pump installation and handover requirements. A current unvented hot water qualification is required where the role includes installing or commissioning unvented cylinders
Desirable criteria
- Practical experience installing and commissioning domestic solar PV and split-system air conditioning, plus a recognised solar PV installation qualification.
- An appropriate individual F-gas qualification for any refrigerant work the role involves, including work on split heat pumps where applicable.
- Confidence with safe isolation, inspection, testing, fault-finding and electrical certification.
- A full driving licence valid in the UK and willingness to travel to customer sites.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunities for technical training and professional development.
Company vehicle or travel allowance.
Supportive and dynamic team environment in the renewable energy sector.
Chance to grow with a company committed to sustainability and innovation