Operations Technician - Mechanical/Electrical

JR United Kingdom; Fort William; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based Operations & Management Company is seeking an Operations Technician with a mechanical/electrical background for hydropower maintenance in Fort William. The ideal candidate should have over 4 years of experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently. The position includes opportunities for hands-on work with hydraulic systems and PLC control systems, along with the use of company vehicle and tools.

Benefits

Use of company vehicle

Tools and equipment provided

Qualifications

• 4 years+ experience working in the E&M service sector.
• Experience with bearings, lubrication, ventilation, hydraulic components and pumps.
• PLC Control/SCADA or power electrical systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Undertake fault finding, repair and maintenance activities of hydropower plants.
• Deliver scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and service programmes.
• Work independently and under pressure in remote areas.

Skills

Fault finding

Troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Client-facing skills

Job description

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Client:

HPLN

Location:

fort william, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

15.08.2025

Expiry Date:

29.09.2025

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Job Description:

We are a UK based Operations & Management Company focused on driving improvements for hydropower schemes and owners through Operations, Maintenance, Monitoring and Management.

We are looking for a multi-skilled Operations Technician with a mechanical, hydraulic and/or electrical background to join a team that delivers scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and service programmes for clients across Scotland.

The ideal candidate will be able to successfully undertake fault finding, repair and maintenance activities of hydropower plants, including hydraulic systems, turbines, motors, pumps, inverters, PLC control systems, 3 phase electrical systems.

Qualifications & Experience

• 4 years+ experience working in the E&M service sector.
• Experience in a role which is hands-on the tools and capable of using initiative
• Experience with bearings, lubrication, ventilation, hydraulic components and pumps
• Strong troubleshooting and multi-tasking skills.
• Proactive and ability to be flexible in a changing environment.
• Able to work independently, under pressure and in remote areas.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• A full driving licence.
• PLC Control/ SCADA or power electrical systems experience.
• Experience working in the hydro or renewable energy industry.

What we are offering:

• The opportunity to work within a close knit team that provides a unique service.
• The use of company vehicle, equipment and tools.