Commissioning Technician (High Voltage)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Tyseley; Remote; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Commissioning Technician for a field-based role in the UK. Ideal candidates will have an electrical background and a keen interest in high voltage systems. The position offers structured training, travel opportunities, and excellent benefits while assisting senior engineers on various high voltage projects.

Benefits

Training

Progression

Company Vehicle

Travel Allowances

Private Healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• Electrical background (apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or practical experience) is required.
• Interest in high voltage systems or commissioning.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with HV testing & commissioning.
• Support with equipment setup, 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

Full UK driving licence

Education

Apprenticeship / HNC / HND

Job description

Junior Commissioning Technician (High Voltage)

£48,000 - £56,000 + 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 132kV 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, learn to carry out primary/secondary injection testing, support with 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.

This role suits someone with an electrical background (apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or practical experience), keen to specialise in HV commissioning and progress their career with a company offering training, progression, and excellent benefits.

The Role

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

The Person

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

Reference: BBBH22075

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Keywords: Commissioning, High Voltage, Technician, Engineer, Junior, Travel, Field Based, Nationwide

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.