Shift Engineer (Electrical)

Roc Search GmbH; Wales; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An energy generation facility in Deeside is seeking a dedicated Shift Engineer responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the site. This role includes managing day-to-day and emergency operations, maintaining high-voltage systems, and ensuring compliance with all site procedures. Candidates should have an HNC in engineering and a strong electrical background. The position offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and long-term career prospects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong electrical background with the potential to become HV authorised.
• Experience in large industrial process environments.
• Computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Operate independently as the on-shift engineer, managing day-to-day and emergency operations.
• Maintain high-voltage systems up to 400kV and oversee LV/HV switchgear.
• Diagnose faults and execute planned and reactive maintenance.

Skills

Electrical background

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Education

HNC or equivalent in electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

Permit-to-work systems

HV/LV switching equipment

Job description

Shift Engineer - (Electrical)
Location: Deeside - Contract: Full-time, shift-based

Our client is a prominent energy generation facility in Deeside, playing a pivotal role in supporting the UK's energy infrastructure. The site offers a safety-focused and dynamic working environment, contributing significantly to the nation's energy needs.

Overview

As a Shift Engineer, you will be entrusted with the safe and efficient operation of the facility, ensuring compliance with site procedures and contractual obligations. This role requires independent management of operations, maintenance tasks, and support for high-voltage (HV) systems up to 400kV.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate independently as the on-shift engineer, managing all day-to-day and emergency operations.
• Maintain high-voltage systems up to 400kV and oversee LV/HV switchgear with Senior Authorised Person (SAP) duties.
• Diagnose faults and execute both planned and reactive maintenance-including managing isolations and issuing safety docs.
• Coordinate with external teams, like contractors and suppliers, to ensure smooth site activities.
• Support the shift roster, covering additional shifts when needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC or equivalent qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Strong electrical background with the potential to become HV authorised.
• Experience in large industrial process environments.
• Familiarity with permit-to-work systems and HV/LV switching.
• Computer literacy and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make critical decisions under pressure.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary, plus performance-related bonus
• A comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work in an advanced facility with long-term career prospects