LV/HV Electrical Maintenance Tech — Critical Facility

Schneider Electric; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme

28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Pension Scheme

Employee Share Ownership Programme

Health & wellbeing support options

Gym Flex

Internal mobility + mentoring access

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an LV/HV Maintenance Technician - Generalist Service Representative II based at Newport. You will own planned preventive maintenance on LV/HV switchgear, perform inspections and testing, and support installations, outages and project activities in a critical facilities environment.

You will ensure safety compliance, maintain records, and work with a team of engineers and subcontractors to keep electrical infrastructure reliable.

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical qualification such as NVQ Level 3, City and Guilds or equivalent in electrical maintenance.
• Basic experience working in industry or a commercial environment.
• Understanding of electrical safety procedures, LOTO and permit to work.
• Ability to use electrical test equipment and interpret results.
• Competent in maintaining maintenance records and completing work documentation.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Be very self-motivated and efficient at time management.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on LV/HV switchgear.
• Conduct inspections, testing and condition assessments of the electrical switchgear and associated equipment.
• Carry out fault finding, repair of electrical switchgear.
• Maintain accurate inspection reports timely for both the customer and company.
• Assist with the installation, commissioning and modification of electrical systems.
• Support shutdowns, outages and planned project activities.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regulations, company procedures and health and safety legislation.
• Participate in risk assessments, method statements and permit to work processes.
• Liaise with the customer, other Schneider engineers and sub-contractors and become a valued point of contact at the critical facility.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Time management

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in electrical maintenance

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking an LV/HV Maintenance Technician - Generalist Service Representative II based at Newport. You will own planned preventive maintenance on LV/HV switchgear, perform inspections and testing, and support installations, outages and project activities in a critical facilities environment.

You will ensure safety compliance, maintain records, and work with a team of engineers and subcontractors to keep electrical infrastructure reliable.