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Ground Maintenance Technician- Solar PV

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Ground Maintenance Technician

Field Based covering Sough and surrounding area

Up to £26,000 + Overtime + Bonus + Vehicle + Pension + Holidays + Medical


Do you have a background in ground maintenance or land management?

Are you looking for an opportunity to get into the renewable energy sector with a company can offer you the chance to increase your earnings through bonuses and overtime?

On offer is a great opportunity to join one of the global leaders in the Solar Industry. This company are setting industry standards for Solar PV Installations in the UK and across the world. Following several years of successful installations, they are looking for a new Ground Maintenance Technician to tend to some of their sites.

In this role you will be responsible for the ground maintenance for a number of assigned sites, these will primarily be ground-mounted solar farms but could also be roof-top and floating installations. Your day to day tasks will involve grass cutting, solar panel cleaning and fence repairs, you will also need to produce photographic reports to confirm all work has been completed whilst prioritizing sites based on requirements and weather conditions.

In order to be successful in this role you will need to have previous experience in ground maintenance or land management and be capable of transporting/maneuvering large machinery. You will need a full UK driving license, a trailer and tractor license and also be physically capable of deadlifting heavy items and machinery when required.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has experience in ground maintenance and is looking for a new challenge with a company who can offer you stability, autonomy and the chance to increase earnings through overtime.

The Role:
*Ground Maintenance Technician
*General ground maintenance responsibilities include grass cutting, hedge trimming and fence repair
*Field based position covering Greater London, Essex and Hertfordshire
* Flexible working hours (7.5 hours a day) start times can be chosen by candidate

The Person:
*Land management/Ground Maintenance experience is required
*Must be capable of towing and maneuvering large machinery
*Driving License, Trailer License and Tractor license are required
*Must be happy with a field based position and willing to stay away 2-3 nights a week at peak times

Reference Number: BBBH161202

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Rosie Hathaway 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. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.