Solar Sales Adviser

Sales & Marketing
Lanarkshire
June 16, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Freelance Technical Sales Consultant Solar PV
Location: Glasgow & surrounding areas Company based in Hamilton

We are seeking a Freelance Technical Sales Consultant to support our entry and growth within the Solar PV market. This is a flexible, customer-facing technical role covering surveys, system design, and sales support, helping deliver accurate and compliant Solar PV proposals.


Key Responsibilities



Customer Site Surveys

  • Conduct domestic Solar PV surveys across Glasgow and surrounding areas
  • Assess roof suitability, shading, and orientation
  • Identify inverter and battery locations
  • Review existing electrical infrastructure
  • Collect measurements and site photographs



System Design (OpenSolar)

  • Design Solar PV systems using OpenSolar
  • Produce layouts and generation estimates
  • Support inverter and battery selection
  • Prepare customer proposals for review



Sales & Customer Support

  • Attend customer meetings and consultations
  • Present and explain system designs
  • Support the sales process through quotation stage
  • Respond to technical customer queries



DNO / G98 / G99 Awareness
Working understanding of:

  • G98 vs G99 requirements
  • Export limitations
  • Required application data
  • Inverter, battery, and phase requirements


Internal Responsibilities (Managed In-House)

  • Final pricing and design approval
  • DNO submissions
  • MCS compliance
  • Installation scheduling and procurement
  • Project management


Why Freelance?

This role supports early-stage Solar PV market entry, allowing the business to:

  • Reduce fixed overheads
  • Test market demand and conversion rates
  • Refine internal processes
  • Scale in line with demand
  • Maintain flexibility during growth


Candidate Profile

  • Previous Solar PV experience
  • Competent in OpenSolar
  • Strong customer-facing communication skills
  • Knowledge of domestic and commercial PV systems
  • Understanding of DNO processes
  • Technically minded with a sales ability
  • Self-motivated and independent


Package

  • Freelance role with flexible working
  • Competitive day rate (based on experience)
  • Commission: up to 10% of all sales generated
  • Opportunity to grow earnings in line with project volume and conversion performance

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