Solar Sales Adviser

Freelance Technical Sales Consultant Solar PVLocation: 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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