Commissioning Technician (High Voltage)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Leeds; Remote; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Commissioning Technician for a field-based role across the UK. The successful candidate should have an electrical background and will receive structured training in High Voltage commissioning. Responsibilities include assisting with HV testing, supporting safety documentation, and traveling to project sites. A full UK driving licence is required, and the role offers competitive salary plus benefits.

Benefits

Training

Progression

Company Vehicle

Travel Allowances

Private Healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• Electrically trained engineer or technician with hands-on experience.
• Willingness to learn about HV systems and commissioning.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with HV testing and commissioning.
• Support equipment set-up, safety checks, RAMS, and documentation.
• Learn injection testing, relay testing, and SCADA/fibre-optic systems.
• Travel nationwide to project sites.

Skills

Electrical background

Interest in high voltage systems

Ability to travel nationwide

Education

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.