High Voltage Technician

Jones & Father High Voltage Electrical Engineers Ltd; Guisborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones & Father Ltd is actively seeking an experienced High Voltage Electrical Technician to join our growing team in the United Kingdom. The role covers HV switchgear maintenance, installation and commissioning, and extensive testing and documentation across multiple client sites.

You will work on LV and HV distribution systems, perform fault finding, and ensure adherence to safety standards while travelling to sites as required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience working with HV switchgear.
• Experience in switchgear installation and maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Responsibilities

• HV switchgear maintenance and servicing.
• Installation and commissioning of HV electrical equipment.
• Inspection, testing and fault finding.
• Preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Working on LV and HV distribution systems.
• Carrying out electrical testing and producing accurate documentation.
• Working safely in accordance with company procedures and industry standards.
• Working both independently and as part of a team on customer sites

Skills

HV switchgear

Electrical drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

WE'RE HIRING - HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

Jones & Father Ltd are looking for an experienced and motivated High Voltage Electrical Technician to join our growing team.

We specialise in high voltage electrical engineering, switchgear maintenance, installation, testing and commissioning, working with clients across a range of industries.

The Role

• HV switchgear maintenance and servicing
• Installation and commissioning of HV electrical equipment
• Inspection, testing and fault finding
• Preventative and corrective maintenance
• Working on LV and HV distribution systems
• Carrying out electrical testing and producing accurate documentation
• Working safely in accordance with company procedures and industry standards
• Working both independently and as part of a team on customer sites

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering or equivalent recognised qualification
• Relevant electrical qualifications and training
• Proven experience working with HV switchgear
• Experience in switchgear installation and maintenance
• Good understanding of electrical distribution systems
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics
• Strong commitment to health & safety
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required

Desirable

• HV Authorisation experience
• Experience with 11kV/33kV systems
• Inspection and testing qualifications
• Experience working on manufacturers' switchgear including Schneider, ABB, Siemens, GE or similar
• Experience with protection systems, transformers and RMUs

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle
• Training and development opportunities
• Varied HV electrical work across multiple sites
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing specialist company
• Supportive and professional working environment

Based: Guisborough

Travel: UK-wide / site-based work

Salary: Based on experience

Jones & Father Ltd - High Voltage Electrical Engineers