Site Technician

Meritus; Stafford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A major commercial energy provider is seeking a Site Technician in Staffordshire to support their operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical installations and will be responsible for assembling control systems, installing cables, and conducting safety checks. A full UK Driving Licence is required. Competitive salary and career progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's experience as a site-based wireperson.
• Experience in E,C&I installation (e.g., substation control or protection systems).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schedules.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel/work away.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire electrical protection and control systems.
• Install and terminate paired, multicore, copper, and fibre optic cables.
• Carry out mechanical assembly of cubicles and cable management systems.
• Perform electrical safety checks and functional tests.
• Support the build and testing of temporary test rigs.
• Work with site managers and engineers to resolve issues.
• Maintain quality standards and complete inspection records.

Skills

Site-based experience

E,C&I installation

Reading electrical drawings

Mechanical assembly skills

Job description

Overview

MERITUS are recruiting for a Site Technician to operate in a field based role to support one of our major clients within the commercial energy sector.

SITE TECHNICIAN - NEG - STONE, STAFFORDSHIRE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire electrical protection and control systems from drawings, wiring schedules, and parts lists.
• Install and terminate paired, multicore, copper, and fibre optic cables.
• Carry out mechanical assembly of cubicles, frameworks, and cable management systems.
• Perform electrical safety checks and functional tests (e.g., insulation resistance, continuity, HV withstand, point-to-point).
• Support the build and testing of temporary test rigs.
• Work with site managers, supervisors, and engineers to resolve issues and ensure project deliverables are met.
• Maintain quality standards, update issue logs, and complete test/inspection records.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 1 year\'s experience as a site-based wireperson.
• Experience in E,C&I installation (e.g., substation control or protection systems).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schedules.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel/work away.

Desirable Qualifications

• Apprenticeship-trained with mechanical assembly skills.
• National Grid Person, SSSTS, 18th Edition, LOTO training, and other relevant site safety certifications.