Commissioning Technician (High Voltage)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Ringway; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Junior Commissioning Technician to support high voltage commissioning projects across the UK. This role offers training and development opportunities, working alongside experienced engineers to gain hands-on experience. Ideal candidates will have an electrical background and a full UK driving licence, with an eagerness to learn about high voltage systems. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Benefits

Training

Progression

Company Vehicle

Travel Allowances

Private Healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• Electrical background through apprenticeship, HNC, HND, or similar hands-on experience.
• Interest in working with high voltage systems and commissioning.
• Valid UK driving licence with willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with HV testing and commissioning.
• Support equipment set-up, safety checks, and documentation.
• Learn injection testing and relay testing.
• Travel nationwide to various project sites.

Skills

Electrical background

Interest in high voltage systems

Full UK driving licence

Education

HNC / HND or equivalent

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.