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Net Zero People are working with a leading Solar Developer in the UK and we are looking for a Regional Team Leader for Field Service Engineers on utility field solar farms.

Are you an experienced solar professional ready to lead a team and drive performance in one of the UK’s fastest-growing renewable energy sectors? We're looking for a Field Service Engineer – Regional Team Lead to take charge of a regional field service team, delivering exceptional maintenance and leadership across utility-scale solar PV systems.

About the Role:

As a Regional Team Lead, you’ll manage a dedicated team of Field Service Engineers and General Operatives in your region. You’ll split your time between leadership responsibilities and hands-on engineering, ensuring the safe, compliant, and high-quality maintenance of ground-mounted solar PV systems.

This is a pivotal role that blends technical excellence with people management. You’ll oversee everything from performance reviews and health & safety compliance to supporting corrective maintenance on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

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Lead, coach and manage your regional field service team

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Ensure all PPM and corrective maintenance is completed on schedule and to a high standard

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Conduct performance reviews, manage absences, rotas, and holiday approvals

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Oversee health & safety compliance and create region-specific risk assessments and method statements

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Take an active role in site maintenance, testing, and fault finding

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Coordinate third-party contractors and ensure compliance with H&S regulations

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Report on team activities and escalate issues to senior leadership when necessary

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications (Essential):

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Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Qualification

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C&G 2399-13 & 2399-14 – Solar PV Installation & Maintenance

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C&G 2391-52 – Test & Inspect

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SSSTS, SMSTS, or IOSH Managing Safely

Experience (Essential):

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3+ years' experience in utility-scale Solar PV O&M

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Strong knowledge of network diagnostics, remote comms, LV/HV systems

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Excellent computer skills including CMMS, MS Office, and reporting tools

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Working knowledge of CCTV systems and electrical testing

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Health & safety site management experience

Desirable Extras:

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C&G 17/18th Edition Wiring Regs

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Experience managing field teams, performance tracking, rotas

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G59/G99 & central/string inverter knowledge

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Understanding of earthing systems and protection relays