Field Service Engineer, O&M

Lightsource bp

Field Service Engineer ensuring efficient maintenance of solar plants for Lightsource BP. Performing preventative and corrective tasks with a focus on Health, Safety, and Environment.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeReading • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical maintenance, including inverter and PV installation maintenance, while adhering to HSE standards and effectively managing relationships with subcontractors. Capable of working autonomously and delivering detailed reports in compliance with organizational standards.

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BS7671 QualificationLevel 3 Electrical NVQElectrical Maintenance ServicesHSE AwarenessProblem-Solving Attitude

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Hard Skills

Electrical MaintenanceInverter MaintenancePV Installation MaintenanceCCTV/Security Systems MaintenanceMonitoring Systems MaintenanceHV SwitchingRisk AssessmentReport PreparationSite OwnershipInsurance and Warranty Claims

Soft Skills

Team PlayerTime ManagementAbility to Work Under PressureProactiveAdaptable

Certifications & Qualifications

BS7671Level 3 Electrical NVQLV1 Assessment

Industry Keywords

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)Solar PlantsRenewablesElectrical ComponentsSubcontractor Management

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure the efficient maintenance of solar plants, performing both preventative and corrective tasks to keep operations running smoothly.
Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) procedures, actively participating in risk assessments.
Perform maintenance on electrical components, inverters, modules, CCTV/security systems, monitoring systems, and structures.
Provide detailed reports according to Lightsource BP standards, which can be prepared remotely.
Deliver electrical maintenance services across a specified region, with occasional travel to other regions for additional support.
Assist in compiling insurance and warranty claims.
Take full ownership of assigned sites.
Manage relationships with local subcontractors.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Electrically trained with qualifications such as BS7671 and Level 3 Electrical NVQ or equivalent (e.g., completed apprenticeship, IET)
Ability to safely pass LV1 assessment
Desirable: Experience as an Electricians Mate, industrial PV installation maintenance, inverter maintenance, and HV switching
Clean, full driving licence
Advantageous: Experience working at heights
Team player with good time-management and punctuality
Ability to work under pressure and prioritize effectively
Capable of working remotely without close supervision
HSE awareness
Proactive, autonomous, and initiative-driven
Problem-solving attitude and technical curiosity
Positive, adaptable, and willing to learn.
Passionate about renewables (highly desirable)
Comfortable working outdoors.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Annual bonus
Retention bank
Pension
Other local benefits