HV Electrician

TN United Kingdom; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and forward-thinking company as an HV Electrician, where your skills will directly impact the safety and reliability of high-voltage networks. You will work with cutting-edge technology, conducting essential testing and diagnostics while collaborating with a dedicated team. Enjoy a flexible working environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. This role not only offers a competitive salary but also generous benefits, including a robust pension plan and private medical insurance. If you are passionate about electrical engineering and eager to contribute to innovative solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days holidays + bank holidays

8% employer pension contributions

Flexible working options

Private medical insurance

Group life insurance

Company performance-based bonus

Qualifications

• Essential electrical background and HNC in Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of MV/HV condition assessment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver service projects and apply HV asset condition monitoring techniques.
• Conduct partial discharge testing and data analysis.

Skills

Electrical background

HV Testing

Analytical mindset

Health and Safety focus

Problem-solving

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Partial discharge detection instruments

Electrical testing methods

Job description

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We’re more than just a well-established, forward-thinking company — we’re a vibrant business driven by values like Contribution, Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, and Fairness. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and our positive culture empowers every employee to thrive. With flexible working options and a commitment to employee well-being, many of our team members stay with us long-term and build rewarding careers.

Job Purpose:
As an HV Electrician, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of our customers’ networks. Working as part of our PD Service team, you’ll help condition assess and optimize high-voltage (HV) assets using cutting-edge technology, contributing directly to the success of the company and its clients.

About the Role:
In this role, you will deliver service projects and work with MV/HV asset condition monitoring techniques. You’ll apply partial discharge detection instruments and various complementary electrical testing methods to help customers operate safer, stronger, and more reliable networks.

• HV Certification: Become authorized to undertake High Voltage (HV) testing, including partial discharge cable mapping, transformer testing, and more.
• Skills Development: Work on diagnostics like partial discharge surveys, data analysis, and more, all while contributing to evolving asset condition analysis techniques.
• Experience: You will travel to client sites across the UK on a regular basis, with very occasional overseas projects (that come with additional allowances).

What we’re looking for:

• Electrical background essential (e.g., time-served Electrician)
• HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Knowledge of Condition Assessment for MV/HV electricity distribution or transmission assets would be a distinct advantage
• Experience with HV testing/diagnostics/maintenance (advantageous but not essential)
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a focus on Health and Safety
• Inquisitive problem-solver with the ability to travel occasionally, including overseas/offshore (experience an advantage)
• Valid passport and full UK driving license

What we can offer you:

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 DOE, flexibility on this salary if you’re from a HV Testing background
• Overtime: Generous payments for overtime worked
• Bonus: Company performance-based bonus
• Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays, plus 1 extra day after every 3 years (up to 30 days)
• Pension: 8% employer contributions (or cash equivalent)
• Flexible Working: Hybrid roles with genuine career development opportunities
• Private Medical Insurance (single cover or cash equivalent)
• Group Life Insurance / Group Income Protection / Critical Illness cover (or cash equivalents)

Great Work Environment: Collaborate with an amazing team in a positive, employee-focused culture.