Electrical Engineer- Elgin

TN United Kingdom; Elgin; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an Electrical Power & Cooling Engineer to maintain critical networks and ensure continuous operation. This role involves working with low and high voltage systems, conducting risk assessments, and supporting colleagues. Candidates must possess relevant electrical qualifications and a full UK driving licence, with opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK manual driving licence.
• Electrical competency and relevant qualifications are essential.
• Physical ability to meet job demands including lifting and climbing.

Responsibilities

• Identify and report HSE, compliance, and design issues.
• Manage critical network repair and maintenance activities.
• Conduct risk assessments for health and safety.

Skills

Electrical competency

Coaching

Problem-solving

Education

City & Guilds 2360 parts 1+2

BTEC Electrical Engineering Level 3

HNC/HND/MOET Level 3

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Role Overview

Our Electrical Power & Cooling Engineers are essential in maintaining BT’s networks 24/7, 365 days a year. They utilize their expertise in Low and High Voltage systems, generators, emergency lighting, cooling, alarms, and UPS systems to ensure continuous operation of the BT estate. Working within exchange buildings, radio sites, rooftops, and outdoor environments, they support various electrical power systems and cooling equipment to keep the UK's internet running smoothly. They are vital in meeting strict SLAs, taking ownership of their patches, and coaching colleagues.

Training and Support

A comprehensive technical training pathway is provided, covering maintenance activities through a mix of face-to-face, virtual, internal, and external sessions. Some overnight stays and travel may be involved.

Out of Hours Support

The role requires participation in an out-of-hours callout framework, typically a 1 in 4 rotation, to support 24x7 service as needed. This will be arranged during training.

Requirements

• A full UK manual driving licence is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and report HSE, compliance, and design issues.
• Own designated patches and sites, contributing to regional and unit objectives.
• Share best practices and support colleagues with new ideas and technologies.
• Manage critical network repair, provision, and maintenance activities.
• Coordinate work with patch managers and senior colleagues.
• Conduct risk assessments for health and safety.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance skills and processes.
• Ensure compliance with health surveillance and corporate clothing standards.

Candidate Profile

Must meet physical requirements such as bending, kneeling, climbing, and working at various levels. Ability to lift heavy items and recognize coloured wiring is also necessary.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Electrical competency (City & Guilds 2360 parts 1+2, NVQ, or industry equivalent)
• BTEC Electrical Engineering Level 3/HNC/HND/MOET Level 3/ET Level 3 or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• 18th Edition Regulations or current electrical standards
• Inspection, Testing, and Verification (C&G 2392-10)
• Experience with UPS systems
• F-GAS category 1 certification
• Experience in repairing and maintaining air conditioning split systems
• Experience with DC power systems
• Coaching, mentoring, or supervisory experience