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Site Supervisor - Solar & Storage

The Company

Leading the way in commercial solar power, Custom Solar is one of the UK's most established renewable energy companies specialising in solar PV. They operate Nationwide to design, install and maintain world-class quality solar systems for businesses, public sector institutions and new build commercial developments. With globally recognised quality standards and expert accreditations in environmental management, Custom Solar has been a trusted provider of solar power since 2010.

Having recently been acquired by MITIE are in a strong position to significantly grow over the next few years through continued success though existing workstreams but also via exposure to MITIE relationships. This approach will be supported through MITIE's NET Zero division.

Their focus on tying expert engineering with an honest, no-pressure approach to sales has contributed to their reputation for excellent customer service and satisfaction. Custom Solar has been recognised with numerous industry awards, including the Commercial Solar Installation of the Year on multiple occasions.

Custom Solar can offer a number of different financing solutions to their clients including capital purchase, PPAs and leasing options. They also offer a full O&M package with all new solar installations as well as the ability to roll this service out to third party installations. Since 2010, they have maintained some of the country's largest Solar PV portfolios and their wealth of experience in this area gives their clients confidence that their investment is in the best hands.

Custom Solar have a number of high-profile clients including the Association of British Ports. Custom Solar secured a framework partnership with ABP, the UK's leading port operator, with a unique network of 21 ports across England, Scotland and Wales. Their ports include Immingham and Hull, where Custom Solar recently installed the UK's largest rooftop project, a 6.5MWp solar system across the main terminals buildings with works including major HV upgrade works.

Job Overview

To liaise with both internal and external teams to coordinate the delivery of Nationwide commercial solar projects.

This can include but are limited to the following teams; design, procurement, operations, Health & Safety, engineering and project delivery teams

Responsibilities

• Site supervision of Solar installations in the construction phase
• Working with all key parties to ensure safety and a timely completion of the individual project .
• Provide daily reports from site to the project manager allowing wider programme management.
• Stock ordering and stock control of the site, minimising waste, and ensuring suitable equipment readily available to maintain the works programme.
• Weekly snag inspections and report generation.
• Ensure compliance of the installation works against Custom Solars installation guidelines.
• Regular Health & Safety inspections and constant monitoring of safe working practices.
• Effective mobilisation and site set up of the project.
• Ensuring works adhere to RAMS, and if variations to recommended working methods are required, manage the adjustments in conjunction with the project manager and Health & Safety Manager.
• Monitoring and reporting on progress including budgeting and cashflow projections.
• Effective practical completion of installations, including witnessing of installer testing of systems.
• Assisting the project manager with final project sign off.
• Ensure daily paperwork is maintained.
• Conduct daily safety briefs.

What we are looking for

Essential

• Experience of rooftop solar PV deployment in a commercial environment.
• Able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Supervision experience in a construction environment.
• Relevant experience within the renewable energy sector.
• Good working knowledge of various site documentation, particularly Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and project snag list management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Full driving licence
• Ability to work away from home when required

• 18th edition electrical qualifications
• SSSTS

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join the leading and fastest growing solar business in the UK, with a strong, experienced team, fantastic reputation and track record

Are you the person who can help Custom Solar to decarbonise the UK through the deployment of solar energy?

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