Labourer/Trainee Solar Installer – Tier 1

  • Permanent
  • Field Based
  • £15/per hour
  • Job Category: Commercial, Renewables, Solar

Website Green Carbon Talent

About Us
Our Client is one of the UK’s leading commercial and industrial rooftop solar installers, providing trusted solar and renewable energy solutions. We help businesses reduce energy costs, lower carbon emissions, and become more resilient.

Contracted Hours
42.5 hours per week

Core Purpose of Role
To develop solar installation skills by engaging in structured training, observing skilled technicians, and gaining practical experience under direct supervision in the field.

Entry Requirements
No prior solar installation experience required.
Completion of onboarding health & safety modules.
Enrolment/Completion of Elevate training programme.
Demonstrates reliability, teamwork, motivation, and eagerness to learn.
Must be a driver with own vehicle.
Confident working at height.
Flexible working nationally with regular overnight stays based on projects (approximately 4 nights per week, expensed).

Core Skills & Competencies
Basic tool handling (drills, impact drivers, rivet guns)
Awareness of basic electrical concepts (voltage, current, polarity)
Understanding of site safety fundamentals
Ability to identify basic roof access risks
Ability to assist with roof preparation and DC cable handling
Learn to accurately follow instructions from Tier 2/3 installers

Safety Training
Basic HSE modules (PPE, manual handling, safe ladder/scaffold use)
Working at Height

Documentation & Learning
Maintain a training log signed off by Team Leaders
Actively engage in Elevate modules and job-specific coaching

Responsibilities
Support installation activities under supervision
Maintain site cleanliness and organisation
Handle materials, tools, and equipment safely
Assist Tier 2/3 installers and always follow site protocol

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