Solar Energy UK Has Launched Solar Careers UK

Solarcareersuk.org is set to become the central hub for this transformation, offering a comprehensive destination for career opportunities, live job vacancies, training pathways and industry insights.

“Our vision is clear: To guide every person possible into solar careers,” said Solar Energy UK’s Head of Solar Careers UK, Sturge Mazzocchi.

This means fulfilling three key objectives:

• Promote Career Opportunities – Raise awareness of solar and energy storage careers nationwide
• Support Recruitment –Help people into jobs, growing the workforce
• Promote Training Opportunities - Enhancing workforce skills

Solar Careers UK is the result of a collaboration between Solar Energy UK,  members and a range of training providers.

It comes at a critical time. The UK faces a well-documented green skills gap, with demand for skilled workers in renewable energy far outpacing supply. Solar Careers UK aims to address this challenge head-on by providing clear, accessible routes into new careers for people from all backgrounds and levels of experience.

“Solar energy and batteries are among the fastest-growing sectors in the UK – and indeed globally. We need a skilled and diverse workforce to bring this affordable, homegrown energy to UK consumers and businesses. Solar Careers UK is a gateway to a sustainable future — connecting people with the training, insight and real job opportunities they need to thrive in the sector”,” said Chris Hewett, Chief Executive of Solar Energy UK.

The skills agenda is a central theme of the government-industry Solar Roadmap, which committed Solar Energy UK to guidance on moving into the solar sector and to run regional careers fairs.

Solar Careers UK will complement the efforts of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s Office for Clean Energy Jobs, the Department for Work and Pensions, the Department for Education and Skills England to, as the roadmap says, “help deliver a resilient, highly skilled, well-paid solar workforce."

What the Platform Offers

Solar Careers UK is designed to serve a wide audience, from school leavers and career changers to experienced professionals looking to transition into the solar and battery storage industry. Key features of the platform include:

• Training and Education Resources: Information on accredited training providers, qualifications and other opportunities tailored to the solar industry.
• Career Pathways: Guidance on routes to competence, including qualifications, certifications and on-the-job training.
• Events and Fairs: Updates on forthcoming career fairs, webinars and industry networking events, including the highly successful Recruitment Zone at the Solar & Storage Live events in London and Birmingham.
• Job descriptions: Written by industry experts to identify what qualifications, skills and attributes are required to work in the solar industry.
• Links to careers pages: View current vacancies across the solar and energy storage sectors, including roles such as Solar PV Roofer, Electrical Engineer, Utility-Scale Site Technician and Design Engineer.
• Video Interviews: Watch videos of people answer questions about what their job role in solar involves.

“Whether you’re a young person exploring your first career or someone looking to retrain for a more sustainable future, Solar Careers UK is here to help. We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to be part of the green revolution,” said Sturge.

As the UK accelerates its transition to clean energy, the need for skilled workers in solar and related technologies will only grow. Solar Careers UK is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the workforce of tomorrow, helping individuals find meaningful, future-proof careers while supporting the nation’s climate goals.