25 February 2025
Packed full of live demonstrations, the Solar Careers Hub will be London’s most interactive careers fair.
The event will also host a series of talks by industry experts and include Hiring Rooms, where guests will have an opportunity to meet businesses in the solar sector with live job opportunities,
The Solar Careers Hub will be held on Wednesday 5th March at South Thames College, Wandsworth.
Commercial rooftop solar installer Photon Energy’s Project Engineer Sara and Apprentice Electrician Dean will showcase a variety of equipment to engage and inform guests on their use. Their display will demonstrate how cabling, connectors, mounting rails and clamps are used and will feature panel testing kit.
They will be happy to answer questions and look forward to sharing insights into the industry. The company will also be giving away promotional goodies such as branded mugs, pens and bags.
NextEnergy operates across three divisions:
- NextEnergy Capital (NEC): Investing in solar and renewable energy projects to create a greener future.
- WiseEnergy: Managing and optimising solar power plants to ensure they run efficiently.
- Starlight: Developing new solar and battery storage projects to expand global renewable energy capacity.
At its stand, you will discover how the group integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into everything it does – from protecting nature and ensuring responsible land use to promoting sustainability in our supply chains. Whether you’re into finance, technology, engineering, or sustainability, there are exciting opportunities in the industry. Come chat with NextEnergy and learn how you can be part of the clean energy revolution!
☀️MCS
Small-scale sustainable energy standards body MCS will be explaining the benefits of its quality mark, the variety of opportunities that this can bring to a business and how individuals can get involved with the industry.
GSE Intégration designs and manufactures mounting systems for solar panels. You will be able to gain first-hand knowledge of how to install its innovative in-roof mounting system, adding value to your offering to potential employers. GSE will also be available for Q&A and technical discussions.
Training body LCL Awards will provide an overview of the educational pathways and qualifications necessary to pursue a career as a solar engineer. It will explore the qualifications available to aspiring solar engineers and outline the steps required to gain the expertise and skills essential for success in the renewable energy field.
Interact with solar installation and monitoring equipment on a miniature live solar PV system with the help of Solar for Schoo’s Chief Operations Officer, Project Development Manager, and Technical Asset Manager. Learn from its Project Leaders, Strategic Partnership Manager and Marketing Manager what it’s like to be part of the sales & marketing team, converting leads and closing deals as well as fundraising to help schools decarbonise with solar.
Play with digital digital resources like the ‘paneliser’ – design tool, the Solar for Schools App and our Solar Explorer STEM Learning Kit to discover the wonders of the education programme it delivers to schools to promote energy literacy and awareness and develop young people’s green skills.
☀️Anesco
Anesco, based in Reading, is a market leader in the renewable energy space, with a growing presence across Europe. The award-winning company is on a mission to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future.
Anesco focuses on creating and managing solar farms and battery storage systems, which are supporting the country’s move to greener, cleaner energy. To date, the company has helped bring more than 130 such sites to life across the country. In addition, the company’s ECO team is helping reduce fuel poverty by improving the energy efficiency of homes.
At the Solar Careers Hub, the Anesco team will be on hand to speak with attendees about the many exciting career opportunities that exist within the renewable energy field. Whether you’re interested in a career in engineering, project management, environmental science, legal, accounting, IT, marketing (the list goes on!), there’s a place for you in this growing industry. They can guide you on the various pathways to start your career, from apprenticeships and on-the-job training.
So, if you’re passionate about making a positive impact on the environment, stop by and have a chat with the Anesco team. They’d love to help you explore the many routes into a career in renewables.
☀️Solis
Solis manufacture inverters – the brain of any solar system. From there the energy generation and consumption are tracked and monitored. View a real system in live working mode and understand from someone working in the solar industry what the technology can do.
Have the opportunity to impress Photon Energy, South London Partnership, Anesco and Solar for Schools, all of whom have live job vacancies, with the aim of securing a formal interview. Fedcap will also be looking to sign up students for its new Apex Clean Energy Training Centre, offering a comprehensive 12-week industry-led course designed to prepare individuals for careers in solar photovoltaics installation and operations, with no prior experience required.
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday 5th March 2025
🕙 Opening Times:
14:00 – 16:00 | Entry for the general public
📍 Location:
South Thames College, Wandsworth High Street, SW18 2PP
🎟️ Registration:
General public access to the event at 14:00 – 16:00 will require registration for a free ticket here.
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