Location
Preston
Hours
Full Time
Salary
£48,000 - £50,000 per year
About the Role
ECO Approach Ltd is a leading provider of property certification, compliance, and energy efficiency services, specialising in gas heating, electrical installations, servicing, and repairs. Serving over 10,000 properties monthly across the UK, we work with homeowners, landlords, estate agents, housing associations, and energy companies.
We are seeking an experienced and organised Technical Solar Manager to join our growing team. This office-based role involves overseeing the technical aspects of solar PV projects from design through to installation and completion. You will provide technical leadership, support installation teams, ensure compliance with industry standards, and collaborate closely with design, suppliers, and internal departments to deliver high-quality renewable energy solutions.
Key responsibilities include managing the technical design of residential and commercial solar PV projects, reviewing and approving system designs and technical specifications, providing technical support to surveyors and installers, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards, liaising with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), manufacturers and suppliers, monitoring project progress, resolving technical issues, supporting product selection, staying current with industry developments, assisting with training and mentoring technical staff, and maintaining accurate project documentation.
Experience
- Proven experience designing residential, commercial, and industrial Solar PV and battery storage systems including site surveys, shading analysis, yield calculations, and technical feasibility assessments.
- Experience with technical support and project management in solar PV installations.
- Knowledge of MCS standards, PAS 2030/2035 (where applicable), and DNO G98/G99 requirements.
- Familiarity with liaising with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), manufacturers, and suppliers.
About you
- Strong problem-solving, technical reporting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Organised, proactive, and able to work collaboratively across teams.
- Committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety and industry best practice.
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Qualifications
- Level 3 Award in the Installation and Commissioning of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems.
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and Inspection & Testing qualification (City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent).
- Proficient in producing system layouts, single-line diagrams, and electrical schematics using solar design software such as PVSol, EasyPV, and SolarEdge Designer.
- Ability to specify PV modules, inverters, optimisers, mounting systems, and associated electrical equipment.
- Strong understanding of electrical design principles, health and safety requirements, and industry best practice.
