Renewable Energy Labourer


Company:	GoodPeople
Salary:	£25,000 - £35,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	9 Sept 2026

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Summary

Renewable Energy Labourer

The Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA) connects jobseekers with fully funded training and employment opportunities that support the UK's transition to a greener economy. Working alongside employers across sustainability, environmental services, green construction, renewable energy and other net zero-related sectors, we help candidates access new career opportunities at no cost.

Renewable Energy Labourer

Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 per year

Location: Edinburgh and Glasgow region

Hours: 40 hours per week

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Van: Company van provided

About the Role

We are looking for a Labourer to join a team working across the Edinburgh and Glasgow region on renewable energy projects.

The role involves travelling to domestic and commercial sites alongside a qualified Electrician and supporting installations involving

solar PV, battery storage and heat pumps.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is reliable, adaptable and interested in developing a career within the renewable energy sector.

You will share a company van with the Electrician and travel to sites together each day.

Key Responsibilities

Support Electricians with domestic and commercial installations

Assist with solar PV, battery storage and heat pump projects

Prepare materials, tools and equipment for site work

Assist with moving and handling materials and equipment

Support general installation and site activities

Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Travel to different sites across the Edinburgh and Glasgow region

Work effectively alongside Electricians and other members of the installation team

Follow site health and safety procedures

Be adaptable to different projects and working environments

Requirements

Previous labouring, construction or installation experience is desirable

Experience working on construction or engineering sites would be beneficial

Must be practical, reliable and willing to learn

Comfortable working outdoors and travelling to different sites

Able to work effectively as part of a team

An interest in renewable energy and developing technical skills

Full UK driving licence preferred

Must have a valid CSCS card

Recruitment Process

The successful candidate will go through:

Initial telephone interview

Face-to-face interview

Relevant qualification and certification checks where applicable

Drug and alcohol test

DBS check

If you are looking for a hands-on role in the renewable energy sector and want to develop your experience working alongside qualified Electricians,

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