Electrical Technician in MK40

Energy Jobline ZR; Bedford; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and fuel card

Bonus up to 15%

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension

Funding towards solar/battery/EV

Employee assistance programme

Sick pay eligibility

Volunteer days

Job summary

SCINERGY Recruitment are seeking an Electrical Field Technician to join a leading renewable energy generator in the West region (Gloucester, Bristol, Swindon and surrounding areas). You will perform planned and reactive maintenance on HV and LV electrical equipment to maximise plant availability and minimise downtime.

The role requires industrial electrical maintenance experience, knowledge of electrical drawings and HV switchgear, and a willingness to travel with a UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification such as BTEC ONC/HNC or NVQ Level 3.
• Experience in industrial electrical maintenance within power/manufacturing/utilities/steel or similar.
• Knowledge and experience of electrical fault finding from drawings.
• Knowledge and experience of operating high voltage switchgear.
• Familiarity with BS 7671, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and related standards.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work additional hours when required.
• Full UK driving licence and confidence using laptops, mobile devices and technical applications.

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 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.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

High voltage switchgear

Reading electrical drawings

Problem solving

Education

BTEC ONC/HNC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionElectrical 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. The Electrical Field Technician will carry out planned and reactive maintenance on high voltage and low voltage electrical equipment, ensuring maximum plant availability with minimal downtime.

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 legislationl
• Supporting the regional and 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 , 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