Jobs in Portsmouth, United Kingdom

• Role: Ev ent Technician - Electrical

• Role Type: Contract/Freelance

• Location: International (event-based)

• Assignment Length: Typically, 8–24 weeks. Start dates will vary dependant on event and venue

• Travel: International travel required

• Passport: Must be valid with at least 6 months remaining

Do you want to work at the heart of some of the world’s biggest events? Now’s your chance to join our events contractor pool so you’re the first to hear about opportunities to join our project teams.

We’re looking for event technicians and to help us deliver energy solutions for these high-profile events.

What do we do?

We’re proud to deliver energy solutions for some of the most exciting events the sports, music, corporate and culture industry has to offer. We’ve been involved in events for more than 30 years, providing innovative temporary energy solutions that put on spectacular shows across the globe.

We work with global partners such as Formula 1, and have supported multi-venue events including major football competition and the Olympics. We deliver energy solutions for the biggest and most complex events in the global spotlight.

Find out more about events we’ve supported

And we know it’s our people are the difference. We’re experts in what we do. Are you ready to join us?

As part of the venue delivery team, you’ll help deploy and maintain our electrical distribution and cabling equipment on-site. You’ll:

• Conduct installation, commissioning, and decommissioning of electrical distribution equipment, including cable terminations and distribution panel breaker settings

• Interpret venue-specific electrical schematics to guide accurate equipment installation

• Coordinate with site logistics teams to manage timely and efficient equipment mobilisation

• Collaborate closely with Aggreko’s mechanical and UPS teams to ensure efficient and coordinated connection of all equipment

• Proactively monitor and maintain electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability

• Support other team members with the installation and monitoring of generator and UPS assets as part of a collaborative venue team

• Proven expertise in electrical distribution systems

• Strong communication skills (English language is essential)

• A proactive, team-first mindset

• Resilience, adaptability, and a positive attitude

• A commitment to QHSE and Operational Excellence

Aggreko prioritises Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) protection. We expect every contractor to comply with Aggreko's QHSE policies, procedures, objectives, local legislation/laws and ensure timely completion of relevant and/or assigned QHSE training. Your role is vital in upholding our QHSE standards.

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.