Flare Electrical & Solar Contractors Ltd

ELECTRICAL IMPROVER Location: South East (site-based) must live within commuting distance of M25 Kent & Essex Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.5 Hour shifts. Evening/night work during term-time. About Us Flare Electrical & Solar Contractors has been delivering trusted commercial and domestic electrical solutions since 2017. With expertise in LED lighting, solar energy, and energy-efficient upgrades, we serve sectors including Education, Healthcare, Public Sector, and Retail across the South East. The Role We re looking for a committed Electrical Improver to support the delivery of LED lighting upgrade projects. This is a hands-on, full-time role ideal for someone working towards becoming a fully qualified electrician, with the opportunity to learn from experienced tradespeople in a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Assist in the installation of LED lighting fixtures and retrofit kits Carry out basic electrical wiring, connections, and containment Follow electrical safety and compliance guidelines on all projects Work closely with electricians, project managers, and team members Maintain professionalism and customer service standards on site Use basic digital tools for reporting and record-keeping Requirements Enrolled in (or recently completed) a Level 2 or higher electrical qualification ECS Card (required) Experience in commercial lighting or LED projects is beneficial Ability to work as part of a team and independently Attention to detail and pride in your work Must be able to work evening/night shifts during term-time (approx. 39 weeks per year) Comfortable with occasional travel or working away (expenses covered) Full UK driving licence required Must live within commuting distance of Sevenoaks, Kent You will be required to drive to sites or meet and travel together DBS: A BASIC DBS check is required for access to sites. Please do not apply unless you are willing to complete this. If employed, we will put you through an ENHANCED DBS check. Trial period: Willing to complete a paid trial from a minimum of 2 days up to 1 week before onboarding. Pay & Package Base salary: £28,000 per year Enhanced evening/night rate: Time-and-a-half for term-time evening/night work Typical earnings (OTE): £37,000 £38,500 per year This reflects evening/night working typically around 39 weeks of the year, but is job-dependent and not guaranteed. Travel, food, and accommodation costs covered when staying away On-the-job training and progression path to qualification Supportive team environment Company pension scheme On-site parking and branded uniform provided Work Location: In person / on-site (South East, UK) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £28,000.00-£38,500.00 per year Work Location: On the road

ELECTRICAL IMPROVER/MATE Salary: £27,000 £33,000 per year (depending on experience) Location: Sevenoaks, Kent (travel across the South East) Hours: Monday Friday, 8:00am 4:30pm (Occasional early starts, late finishes, or weekend/overtime as projects require) The quick bit This is a pathway role into solar. If you re an Electrical Improver or Mate with site experience and the right attitude, we ll train you up in Solar PV and battery installs. You bring the graft and basics we ll build the solar skills. Role snapshot Entry route into the solar trade Work on real PV/battery installs from day one Learn DC/AC, containment, panels, inverter basics Fast development in a growing team Clear route to Solar PV Improver and beyond What you ll be doing Assisting the team with PV installs: panel mounting, containment, cable pulls Supporting AC/DC cabling and tidy site set-ups Loading/unloading kit, keeping sites organised and safe Learning solar best practice alongside experienced installers Helping with testing and commissioning as you progress Being polite and professional at customer sites What we need from you Electrical site experience (improver/mate level) Comfortable using tools, working at height, and following instructions ECS card Keen interest in renewables/solar Professional attitude, reliable, and a good team player Clean UK driving licence What you get Competitive pay with progression Full solar training pathway on the job Expenses covered for away work Work with a solid crew who will teach you properly A future-proof skillset in renewables We will put you through an enhanced DBS check during your probationary period Non-negotiables Must live within a reasonable commute to Sevenoaks Happy to travel and work away occasionally (expenses fully covered) Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company pension, employee discount, free/subsidised travel, free parking, on-site parking Apply now: If you want a serious route into solar, send your CV and we ll take it from there.