High Voltage Technician (Electrician)

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a skilled High Voltage Technician for a role in Portsmouth. You will maintain both high and low voltage electrical services, ensuring compliance with safety standards while working in a unique maritime environment. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £41,700, 25 days of annual leave, and various employee benefits including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Employee benefits programmes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified and safety-conscious electrician.
• Confident working on complex electrical systems.
• Adaptable to changing demands.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on HV and LV systems.
• Support electrical distribution and project delivery teams.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Good IT skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

BS7671 18th Edition

BS2391 Test & Inspection

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated High Voltage Technician to join a specialist electrical distribution team working across a major maritime site in Portsmouth. This is a varied and technically rewarding role, maintaining and delivering high and low voltage (HV/LV) electrical services across a large operational network.

You’ll play a key role in maintaining reliable electrical supplies (50Hz and 60Hz) to key sites and support project delivery work within a unique, high-security environment that blends historic infrastructure with modern technology.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on HV and LV systems.
• Support the electrical distribution and project delivery teams.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical safety standards and regulations.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and contractors to maintain site reliability.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to operational excellence.

About You / Qualifications

You’re a qualified and safety-conscious electrician with strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset. You’ll be confident working on complex electrical systems, adaptable to changing demands, and motivated to uphold high technical standards.

Essential qualifications and experience

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation or City & Guilds qualification.
• BS7671 18th Edition (desirable).
• BS2391 Test & Inspection (desirable).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and smartphone-based applications.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £41,700
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme and life assurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee benefits and discount programmes
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Occupational health and wellbeing support
• Recognition and reward schemes
• Flexible parental benefits

Why Join

This is an opportunity to work within a specialist electrical team supporting one of the UK’s most unique and strategically important maritime environments. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values its people, promotes progression, and delivers vital services that keep the UK’s naval operations running smoothly.

Interested? Apply today or get in touch to find out more.

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