Technician (HV Substations)

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Tyseley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking a Mobile Technician for HV Substations with UK-wide travel. The role involves working independently at substation sites, reporting leaks, and installing bespoke solutions. Candidates should have EUSR recognition or experience in utilities maintenance. A company vehicle, travel reimbursement, and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

All travel, accommodation, and subsistence expenses covered

Company vehicle and fuel card

Career progression into leadership roles

Qualifications

• EUSR-recognised or experienced in HV substations, gas, or utilities maintenance.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work independently.
• Comfortable with international training and occasional overseas assignments.

Responsibilities

• Travel to HV substation sites across the UK.
• Scan HV interface and report leaks to the specialist team.
• Install bespoke solutions at HV substations.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams.

Skills

EUSR recognition or experience

Proactive problem-solving

Ability to work independently

Job description

Are you a Technician with experience working in a HV Substation environment, and ready for a new challenge? We are actively recruiting NOW!

Role: Mobile Technician – HV Substations (UK-Wide Travel)

Start Date: January 2025

Location: Ideally resides between Birmingham and Cambridgeshire

Contract Type: Full-Time

Travel: UK-wide with potential overseas travel

Training: 3 weeks in France (expenses covered)

Are you EUSR-recognised and experienced in substations or utility maintenance? This is a rare opportunity to join a pioneering company revolutionising sealing solution across Europe, now expanding rapidly in the UK.

Following the successful tender of major contracts with National Grid and other infrastructure owners, our client is looking for a hands‑on and autonomous Technician to support our UK operations. This hire needs to be accountable, conscientious, and thorough!

What You’ll Do:

• Travel to HV substation sites across the UK using cutting‑edge sealing solution equipment.
• Scanning HV interface and report leaks to our European specialist team.
• Return to site to install bespoke solutions.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure high‑quality service delivery.

What We’re Looking For:

• EUSR‑recognised or experienced in HV substations, gas, or utilities maintenance.
• A proactive problem‑solver with a “get‑it‑done” attitude.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work independently.
• Comfortable with international training and occasional overseas assignments whilst UK ops get off the ground.

What’s On Offer:

• All travel, accommodation, and subsistence expenses covered.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Career progression into team leadership or operations management as UK operations grow.

Get in touch today for a confidential chat regarding this opportunity.