Good Energy
Commercial Surveyor
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Commercial Surveyor
Application Deadline: 23 August 2026
Department: Solar Team - Desk Based
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Nationwide
Reporting To: Alex Willis
Compensation: £40,000 - £50,000 / year
Description
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We are seeking an exceptional communicator with a solid understanding of electrical principles, construction codes, or building structures to join our team. This role is perfect for individuals with an electrical background, whether through formal education or hands-on experience as an electrician—who are looking to transition into a new career, or those who have worked on building sites and are ready to take the next step in their professional journey. We offer comprehensive training and the tools necessary to support your growth and success in this new role.
You’ll be someone who thrives in a customer-facing role, providing outstanding service and translating technical information into clear, easy-to-understand terms. If you're detail-oriented, solution-focused, and enjoy helping others, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Conduct site surveys on commercial properties to assess the feasibility of solar PV, battery and EV charger installations
- Collect and analyse data related to energy usage, roof space, shading, site logistics, and access
- Design solar PV systems using specialised software
- Provide technical support and guidance to the project team, ensuring smooth communication and project flow
- Respond to customer queries, providing clear and helpful information about solar PV systems during site surveys
- Work collaboratively with the project team to finalise system designs and prepare installation documentation
- Assist in the installation and commissioning of solar PV systems
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What you'll need to succeed
Essentials:
- Understanding of electrical principles, construction codes, or building structures (e.g. roof types) in commercial properties
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical details to non-technical customers
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks effectively
- Strong IT skills and experience with design software
- A valid full driver’s license
- Experience in Solar PV
Your base of Operations: Office, warehouse, and beyond
Our head office is in Chippenham, Wiltshire, with additional offices and warehouses in Lincoln, Ringwood (Hampshire), and Kent. For this role, we’re looking for candidates based in the Reading area. The position will involve some travel, including occasional overnight stays.
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Our working hours are 40 a week, Monday - Friday.
Benefits you can rely on
- Holiday: 25 days holiday and bank holidays, rising to 29 with long service recognition. Plus a gifted day off for your birthday and the option to buy more twice a year.
- 8% annual bonus: Company-wide bonus scheme designed to reward collective teamwork and delivery of results across the whole business.
- Life assurance: 6% cash lump sum for your family or next of kin — giving you peace of mind.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Health: Employer funded Health Cash Plan, being able to claim back on expenses such as prescriptions, massages, dentist etc.
- Savings: Discounts across our services and products, including renewable energy, solar panels, battery storage and heat pumps.
- Ethical Pension with Aviva: Good Energy offers an ethical pension plan provided by Aviva, with employer-matched contributions up to 7.5% of your base salary.
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