Graduate Renewables Engineer, Solar PV

As one of Scotland’s largest Solar PV specialists, Forster Group design, distribute, install and maintain thousands of solar PV systems every year.

Since 2010, Forster Energy has established a substantial client base from a broad spectrum of sectors, including Construction, Agriculture, the Public Sector and Industry. Installing a diverse range of systems, including Ground mounted, Facades and Roof tops. Established in 1990, Forster Roofing provides Integrated Solar and Roofing services to thousands of New Build Homes, working with every major Home Builder and a wide range of Social Housing Providers. Forster Industrial is one of Scotland’s largest Distributors of Solar PV and associated electrical products.

The Role

You will join an established Solar team and will be trained and supported in your development so that you become responsible for:

· Understanding innovations & opportunities in energy storage solutions

· Design & create tenders for solar PV systems

· Specify, source & procure materials

· Analyse system performance & prepare statistics

· Liaise with DNO & other statutory bodies

· Maintain statutory and regulatory compliance

· Provide technical support & guidance

· Maintain operations & systems in accordance with ISO & MCS

Key attributes for this role include, competence in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel, ability to anticipate and respond proactively to challenges, disciplined approach to planning, organisation and administration, ability to self-manage work load, to work effectively in a team and develop positive external relationships.

There are no pre-requisite requirements, we encourage graduates and/or those working in the sector with relevant experience to apply. Applicants for interview will be selected on the quality and content of their application. A genuine interest in PV, storage and future energy opportunities is essential. Graduate Apprentice applications will be considered.

Terms & Conditions

• Competitive salary based on knowledge, skills and experience
• From £25,000 per annum
• Full time 39 hours per week. Mon-Fri
• Job share/flexible working applications welcome
• Accident and Life Insurance
• Contributory company pension
• Continued professional development

Apply through Indeed, please include a covering email with your CV

Closing date for applications is 2 June 2023

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brechin DD9 7BD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 02/06/2023