Job Title: Solar Roofer
Location: Site based, UK (occasional travel to Barking for training, meetings, and material collection)
Job Type: Full Time
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon – Fri
Salary: £38,000 per annum
Department: Field Operations
Reports To: Electrical Technical Manager
Company Overview: For over a decade IZ Energy has been helping people make their homes more energy efficient by installing measures such as insulation, ventilation, and renewable energy technologies. We install measures for homeowners, landlords, housing associations and local authorities across the UK.
We excel in installing energy-efficient solutions that deliver both comfort and savings directly to your home. Our goal is to lead the charge toward a more environmentally friendly and economically efficient future for everyone.
Job Summary:
We are looking for experienced and safety-conscious Solar Roofers to install and maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on residential and commercial rooftops to work as part of a team. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality workmanship and adhere to safety standards while working at heights.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Solar Panel Installation: Securely install solar panels and mounting systems on various roof types, ensuring structural integrity and alignment.
- Roof Preparation: Assess and prepare roofs for solar installations, including minor repairs or modifications as needed.
- Weatherproofing: Ensure all installations are weatherproof and maintain the roof's structural integrity.
- Safety Compliance: Follow all safety protocols and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while working at heights.
- Collaboration: Work closely with electricians and project managers to ensure seamless integration of solar PV systems.
- Maintenance and Repairs: Perform regular inspections and maintenance on solar panels to identify and fix any issues.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of installations, roof assessments, and completed tasks.
- Customer Interaction: Communicate professionally with customers, explaining the installation process and addressing any concerns.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Experience in roofing, including working with tile, slate, and flat roofs.
- Working at Heights certification.
- Knowledge of solar PV mounting systems.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Full UK driving license.
Desirable:
- NFRC (National federation of roofing contractors)
- NVQ
- Experience in solar panel installations.
- CSCS card or equivalent.
- SSSTS/SMSTS preferred
- Manual Handling certification.
- Scaffold awareness certificate
- Asbestos awareness
- First Aid
What we have to offer:
- Competitive Salaries
- Sick pay
- 25 days annual leave plus, paid bank holidays
- Private Health Care
- Free Parking onsite
- Employee Reward & Referral Scheme
- Employee Assistance programme
- Pension Scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
If you are interested in this vacancy, we would like to hear from you. Please ensure to include an up-to-date CV with your application.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Barking IG11: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- solar PV mounting systems: 1 year (required)
- roofing, including working with tile, slate, and flat roofs: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Working at Heights certification (required)
- full UK driving license (required)
Work Location: In person
