Electrical Commissioning Technician

Astute People; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for Electrical Commissioning Technicians to work on a waste-to-energy facility in the UK. The role involves carrying out commissioning activities, performing electrical testing, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The day rate ranges from £400 to £450, with an immediate start and a duration of 6 months.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical commissioning on large-scale projects.
• Knowledge of electrical testing standards and safety regulations.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical commissioning activities on a waste-to-energy facility.
• Perform cabling works, terminations, and testing.
• Conduct motor and system testing in compliance with standards.

Skills

Electrical commissioning activities

Cabling works

Testing and verification

Motor testing

Commissioning LV and MV switchgear

Fault finding and troubleshooting

Reading electrical drawings

Safety compliance

Job description

Overview

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for 2x Electrical Commissioning Technicians for the EPC Contractor on the new build Waste to Energy facility based in Cheshire.

The Electrical Commissioning Technician positions come with a day rate from £400.00 to £450.00 per day (Outside IR35).

Role responsibilities and key skills

• Carry out electrical commissioning activities on a large-scale waste-to-energy facility.
• Perform cabling works, terminations, continuity, and insulation resistance testing.
• Conduct electrical testing and verification in line with project and industry standards.
• Perform motor testing, including pre-commissioning checks and functional testing.
• Commission LV and MV switchgear, protection relays, and associated systems.
• Support system energization, fault finding, and troubleshooting during commissioning.
• Review and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, permit-to-work systems, and site regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, subcontractors, and client representatives during commissioning phases.
• Maintain accurate records, test reports, and commissioning documentation.

Location, rate and timeframe

Cheshire, UK

£400.00 to £450.00 per day (Outside IR35)

Immediate start date

6 months

INDPOW

Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful