Location: Northern Ireland (office & site-based)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Department: Operations
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum DOE + benefits package including healthcare and vehicle
Company: Solarfix NI Ltd
About Solarfix NI
Solarfix NI is Northern Ireland’s leading solar installation company.
Our team have over 20 years’ experience in the Solar Industry in Northern Ireland – from fitting off grid systems in fields, to fitting large scale commercial projects in high rise city centre Belfast (and every type of domestic solar PV system in between.
Solarfix are in this for the long term and know what it takes to provide excellent customer service year after year as our history of positive customer reviews will attest.
Who This Role Is For
Whether you’re an experienced solar professional, a construction project manager looking for a move into the fastest-growing sector in NI, or a site foreman ready to step into project management – we want to hear from you. Solar PV experience is welcome but not essential. If you can manage teams, coordinate projects, and deliver on time, we’ll provide full technical training on the solar side.
What You’ll Do
- Manage multiple live solar PV and battery storage installation projects simultaneously, from pre-start through to commissioning and handover
- Coordinate and schedule daily work for 3–4 installation teams (12–15 people), ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to the right standard
- Own the materials pipeline – plan stock, run audits, and make sure every team has what they need on site each morning
- Prepare technical documentation for site deployment, including commercial site surveys, project programmes, and bills of materials
- Be the main point of contact for clients on site – keep them informed, resolve issues quickly, and maintain Solarfix’s reputation for quality
- Lead pre-installation briefings, conduct project reviews, and submit daily progress reports
- Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation, conduct risk assessments, and enforce site protocols
- Ensure the completion of all project documentation including RAMS, electrical certification, photographic records, permits to work, and commissioning paperwork
- Coach and develop your teams – run performance reviews, identify training needs, and build a culture of continuous improvement
- Coordinate subcontractors and specialist personnel for complex installations
What You’ll Need (Essential)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in project management in construction, M&E, electrical contracting, or renewable energy
- Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
- Proven ability to lead and manage teams of 10+ people
- Strong organisational skills – you’ll be juggling multiple projects, teams, and deadlines daily
- Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety in a construction or site environment
- Experience managing materials, stock, and site logistics
- Confident communicating with clients, from homeowners to commercial property managers
Nice To Have (Desirable)
- Experience in solar PV, battery storage, or renewable energy installations
- Knowledge of G98/G99 grid connection processes or NIE Networks procedures
- MCS familiarity or electrical qualifications (e.g. 18th Edition, AM2)
- Experience using CRM or project management software
What We Offer
- £50,000 – £60,000 salary depending on experience
- Private healthcare with family cover
- Full solar PV technical training and certification support
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
Application question(s):
- Please confirm you are able to commute to the office daily
- Tell us about a time you have managed multiple teams well and how you accomplished this
Work Location: In person
