Electrician (m/w/d) - Wind Farm Projects

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking an experienced Electrician for Wind Farm Projects across the UK. This role involves installation and commissioning of electrical systems in renewable energy settings, requiring significant travel. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services and relevant electrical certifications. The position offers long-term contracts, travel allowances, and strong safety culture.

Benefits

Travel allowance

Accommodation for remote site work

Training and upskilling opportunities

Visa sponsorship and relocation support

Qualifications

• Valid CSCS Card for the role.
• GWO Basic Safety Training certification required.
• At least 3 years of site-based electrical installation experience.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical systems as per project specifications.
• Support electrical installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Perform electrical testing and troubleshoot faults.

Skills

Electrical installation

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Reading electrical drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Schematic drawings

Job description

Overview

The Dornier Group stands for innovative projects and exciting challenges and is a competent and reliable partner for complex consulting projects and demanding engineering services in an international environment. We bundle our expertise in the five business units Renewables, Power and Heat, Renewable Mobility as well as Water and Nuclear Services. To strengthen the team of our wind business at Dornier Group UK Ltd., we are looking for a qualified and motivated Electrician (m/w/d) - Wind Farm Projects. This role involves extensive travel to onshore wind farms across the UK.

Responsibilities

• You are responsible for the installation of electrical systems and components in line with project specifications
• You support the electrical installation, testing, and commissioning of infrastructure associated with large-scale renewable energy systems
• Cable routing, containment, and terminations for energy and infrastructure systems are also part of your tasks
• You perform electrical testing, troubleshoot faults, and support commissioning
• You work from schematic drawings, installation manuals, and electrical layouts
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and on-site protocols is also an aspect of your role
• You complete work reports, risk assessments, and checklists accurately
• You support other electrical trades and collaborate effectively on-site

Qualifications

• You have the following qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services or an equivalent recognized UK qualification and 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification (BS 7671)
• You possess a valid CSCS Card appropriate for the role
• You hold a GWO Basic Safety Training certification (including Working at Height, Fire Awareness, First Aid, and Manual Handling) and have a strong focus on safety and quality in your working environment
• You have at least 3 years of site-based electrical installation experience, are able to read and interpret electrical drawings and schedules and have experience in high-voltage or balance-of-plant installation
• The possession of the ECS Gold Card is desirable
• You have previous experience in the renewable energy or infrastructure sectors
• You hold a valid UK or EU driving license
• You are proficient in English

What we have to offer

• Long-term contracts across the UK and EU
• Travel allowance and accommodation for remote site work
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Skilled Worker visa sponsorship and relocation support for eligible non-UK candidates
• A supportive team culture built around safety, respect, and excellence

Applicants and visa

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK! If you do not currently have the right to work, we may be able to provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship if you meet the eligibility criteria.

Your contact person

As a modern group of companies, we value and welcome applicants (m/f/d) regardless of gender, physical or mental abilities, cultural, social or background, or ideology.

We look forward to receiving your application as Electrician (m/w/d) - Wind Farm Projects!

Dornier Group UK Ltd.

Human Resources Department

D - 10117 Berlin