Electrical Technician

SCINERGY Recruitment Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus up to 15%

Company van

Fuel card

25 days annual leave

Company pension (6% employer contrib)

Solar + storage funding

Employee Assistance Programme

Sick pay eligibility after qualifying

Volunteer days

Renewable energy sector opportunity

Job summary

SCINERGY Recruitment Limited seeks an Electrical Field Technician to service sites across the West region, spanning Gloucester, Bristol, Swindon and surrounds. The role focuses on maintenance, fault diagnosis, and safe HV work within a renewable energy portfolio.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant electrical qualification, have HV experience, and be prepared to travel with a UK driving licence. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the role.

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical maintenance experience within power generation or utilities
• Knowledge of electrical fault finding and working from drawings
• Experience with high voltage equipment and switchgear
• Familiarity with BS 7671 and 18th Edition regulations

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment across sites in the West region
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on switchgear, transformers, generator sets and associated systems
• Operating high voltage switchgear and carrying out electrical isolations safely
• Supporting the rebuild team by safely isolating and disconnecting alternators ahead of engine removal
• Inducting and overseeing on-site electrical contractors, ensuring all relevant safety documentation is completed
• Identifying opportunities to improve plant reliability, reduce costs and increase efficiency
• Completing daily work reports and monthly updates on maintenance programmes, issues and actions
• Ensuring all work complies with company procedures, health and safety policies and relevant legislation

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

HV switchgear

Reading drawings

BS 7671 knowledge

Travel willingness

Full UK license

Education

BTEC ONC/HNC

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Electrical Field Technician – Renewable Energy

Up to £48,000 + bonus up to 15% + company van & fuel card + benefits

West Region – Gloucester, Bristol, Swindon and surrounding areas

SCINERGY Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Electrical Field Technician to join a leading renewable energy generator, covering sites across the West region.

The business generates low-carbon electricity from captured methane, industrial solar and battery energy storage.

As the Electrical Field Technician you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out planned and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment across sites in the West region


• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on switchgear, transformers, generator sets and associated systems


• Operating high voltage switchgear and carrying out electrical isolations safely


• Supporting the rebuild team by safely isolating and disconnecting alternators ahead of engine removal


• Inducting and overseeing on-site electrical contractors, ensuring all relevant safety documentation is completed


• Identifying opportunities to improve plant reliability, reduce costs and increase efficiency


• Completing daily work reports and monthly updates on maintenance programmes, issues and actions


• Ensuring all work complies with company procedures, health and safety policies and relevant legislation


• Supporting the regional and national electrical teams when required

To be considered for this role you should have:

• A relevant electrical engineering qualification, such as a BTEC ONC/HNC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent


• Experience in industrial electrical maintenance within power generation, manufacturing, utilities, steel or a similar industry


• Knowledge and experience of electrical fault finding and working from electrical drawings


• Knowledge and experience of operating high voltage switchgear


• Working knowledge of BS 7671, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and associated legislative standards


• A flexible approach, with a willingness to travel regularly and work additional hours when required


• A full UK driving licence and confidence using laptops, mobile devices and technical applications

What’s on offer:

• A competitive basic salary


• A bonus with a target of up to 15%, paid quarterly and annually


• A company van and fuel card, available for personal use


• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays


• A company pension with a 6% employer contribution


• Funding towards domestic solar panels, battery storage and EV charging


• An Employee Assistance Programme, including virtual GP appointments and eye care vouchers


• Sick pay eligibility after a qualifying period


• Community volunteering days


• The chance to join the growing renewable energy sector