Graduate Trainee - Solar Photovoltaic Project Management
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Position Overview & Specifications
Spirit Energy is a renewable energy company based in Reading. We install on-grid and off-grid solar PV systems, battery storage systems, EV chargers and LED lighting systems in residential and commercial buildings.
We have a vacancy for a bright articulate graduate to join our project management team.
You will learn how to project manage both domestic and commercial solar PV and battery storage systems, including:
- system design (panel lay-out, electrical design, mounting system design, use of PVSOL software, Sketch-up and CAD);
- project planning;
- liaison with customers, installers, scaffolders, sub-contractors;
- health and safety, risk assessments etc;
- preparation of handover packs, inspection, testing and compliance paperwork.
Ideally with a scientific, engineering or mathematical bias, able to demonstrate numeracy and a high level of attention to detail.
You should be able to write clearly and concisely. In addition you must be articulate with a cheerful disposition and a confident telephone manner.
You don't need to know anything about the systems yet - we will train you.
You must also be hard working and efficient, and have the ability to grasp a reasonable level of technical information.
Ideally with a desire to build a more sustainable world.
We offer a fast growing and fun environment full of young people ....
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate
Salary: £21,500.00-£25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: GPM22
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Graduate Trainee - Solar Photovoltaic Project Management roles across Spirit Energy's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,500 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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