Commissioning Electrician in Liverpool, Merseyside

Energy Jobline CVL; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy recruitment platform seeks an experienced Commissioning Electrician based in Liverpool. The role involves commissioning and functional testing of electrical systems, requiring strong knowledge of PLCs and a valid ECS Gold Card. The position offers a competitive salary of £48,000 to £60,000, alongside a vehicle and overtime benefits in a permanent position.

Benefits

Vehicle

Enhanced Overtime

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical systems within industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of PLCs and instrumentation.
• Excellent fault-finding ability.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commissioning and testing of pump systems.
• Verify electrical systems against specifications.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults during commissioning.
• Produce detailed commissioning reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Proven experience commissioning and testing electrical systems

Strong understanding of 3-phase systems and PLCs

Skilled in reading electrical schematics

Excellent fault-finding ability

Working knowledge of BS 7671

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

C&G 2382 – 18th Edition

C&G 2391 – Inspection, Testing & Certification

ECS Gold Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Strong communication skills

Proactive and organized

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

C&G 2382 – 18th Edition

C&G 2391 – Inspection, Testing & Certification

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out commissioning and functional testing of pump system installations including level controllers, inverters, PLCs, and associated control equipment
• Verify electrical systems against specifications, performing inspection, testing, and certification to required standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical or control system faults during commissioning and handover
• Collaborate with installation teams to resolve on‑site issues and implement long‑term preventative measures
• Produce detailed commissioning reports, documenting configurations, test results, and recommendations
• Deliver customer handovers, including operational guidance and commissioning documentation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, promoting safety, efficiency, and system reliability across projects

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience commissioning and testing electrical systems within industrial, utilities, or pumping environments
• Strong understanding of 3‑phase systems, PLCs, HMIs, control circuits, and instrumentation
• Skilled in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Excellent fault‑finding ability with a methodical, problem‑solving mindset
• Working knowledge of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) and other relevant safety standards
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation
• C&G 2382 – 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations
• C&G 2391 – Inspection, Testing & Certification
• ECS Gold Card (JIB Registered)
• Full UK Driving Licence (max 6 points)
• Strong communication and reporting skills, able to liaise effectively with internal teams and customers
• Proactive, organised, and capable of managing time effectively across multiple projects

Summary

Position: Commissioning Electrician

Location: Liverpool (covering North West region)

Duration: Permanent

Salary: £48,000 – £60,000 + Vehicle + Enhanced Overtime + Benefits

Start: Notice dependent

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commissioning Electrician to take ownership of system commissioning within a respected, forward‑thinking engineering business.

Apply now or contact the Kiota team for more details.