Commissioning Technician (High Voltage)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Commissioning Technician in the UK to support high voltage commissioning projects. This field-based role offers structured training, competitive salary, and the chance to travel nationwide. Candidates should have an electrical background and a full UK driving licence. Opportunities for progression and hands-on experience with high voltage systems are included.

Benefits

Training

Progression

Company Vehicle

Travel Allowances

Private Healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• Electrical background through apprenticeship, HNC, HND, or hands-on experience required.
• Willingness to learn about high voltage systems and commissioning.
• Full UK driving licence essential to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with HV testing and commissioning (up to 132 kV+).
• Support equipment set-up and safety checks.
• Learn injection testing and relay testing.

Skills

Interest in high voltage systems

Hands-on experience

Ability to travel nationwide

Education

Electrical background (apprenticeship / HNC / HND)

Job description

Junior Commissioning Technician (High Voltage)

£46,000 - £54,000 + Training + Progression + Company Vehicle + Travel Allowances + Private Healthcare + Pension

Home (Field‑based)

Are you an electrically trained engineer or technician looking to take your career into the world of High Voltage commissioning? Do you want structured training, exposure to major infrastructure projects, and the opportunity to become a fully qualified HV Commissioning Engineer?

This company is a leading specialist in delivering high‑voltage infrastructure across the UK. You'll be supported by experienced engineers while gaining hands‑on experience with equipment up to 132 kV and beyond, working on projects within utilities, renewable energy, and critical infrastructure.

In this role you will assist senior engineers with the testing and commissioning of HV systems, carry out primary/secondary injection testing, support site safety documentation, and prepare detailed reports. You will travel nationwide to project sites, developing your skills while playing a vital role in the delivery of safe, reliable, high‑quality HV installations.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with HV testing and commissioning (up to 132 kV+)
• Support with equipment set‑up, safety checks, RAMS and documentation
• Learn injection testing, relay testing, and SCADA/fibre‑optic systems
• Travel nationwide to project sites

Qualifications

• Electrical background (apprenticeship / HNC / HND / hands‑on experience)
• Interest in high voltage systems / commissioning
• Full UK driving licence, willing to travel nationwide

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.