Project Installation Engineer

WB Power Services Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WB Power Services Ltd is seeking skilled Generator Installation Engineers dedicated to delivering high-quality installations across the UK. The role involves hands-on work, collaboration on major infrastructure projects, and requires mechanical or electrical expertise. Join a growing team and benefit from comprehensive training, health cover, and a clear progression path.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Door-to-door pay

Overtime paid after 40 hours

Company van and fuel card

33 days holiday

Training and upskilling opportunities

Private healthcare cover

Death in service benefit

Excellent employee assistance programme

Clear routes for long-term progression

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer or NVQ Level 3 qualified.
• Comfortable working away from home.
• Ability to read and complete risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Complete end-to-end generator installations.
• Interpret and follow installation plans accurately.
• Liaise with Project Manager and team members.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Risk assessment

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

WB Power Services (WBPS) is growing, and we’re looking for skilled, driven Generator Installation Engineers to join our Projects team during this exciting period of expansion.

Whether you’re from an electrical or mechanical background, if you enjoy hands-on work, being part of complex installations, and seeing your efforts directly impact major infrastructure projects, this could be the role for you.

About the Role
As a Generator Installation Engineer at WBPS, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality generator installations across the UK. You’ll be working on-site, often at customer locations, sometimes staying away from home when required (typically Monday to Friday), and collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, and clients to ensure seamless project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete end-to-end generator installations for a wide range of customers.
• Interpret and follow installation plans, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Use your mechanical or electrical skills to fit, connect and commission equipment.
• Attend project meetings, report updates, and liaise with the Project Manager.
• Maintain high standards of H&S, environmental compliance, and quality control.
• Keep accurate records using our in-house digital systems.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure projects are delivered on time and to budget.

What We’re Looking For

• Time-served engineer or NVQ Level 3 qualified in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Generator experience is preferred, but we’ll consider transferable skills.
• Comfortable working away from home when needed.
• Able to read and complete risk assessments confidently.
• Strong communicator, both face-to-face and over the phone.
• Professional, reliable, and able to work at pace in varied environments.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Competitive hourly rate (depending on experience and location)
• Door-to-door pay
• Overtime paid after 40 hours
• Company van and fuel card
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Private healthcare cover
• Death in service benefit
• Excellent employee assistance programme
• Clear routes for long-term progression in a growing, values-led business