Travel jobs in United Kingdom

• Role: Event Technician- Power Generation/Mechanical

• 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?

What you will do:

As part of the venue delivery team, you’ll help deploy and maintain our generator and fuel cell fleet on-site. You’ll :

• Install, commission and decommission generators

• Work with synchronisation, load on demand, and cold standby operations

• Interpret venue-specific schematics for accurate installations

• Support on-site fault finding and performance testing

• Collaborate with logistics , electrical and UPS teams

• Provide daily reports and updates to the Lead Technician or Venue Lead

• Contribute to safe and high-quality operations throughout the event

You’ll have the following skills and experience

• Mechanical experience with canopy and containerised generators

• Confidence in commissioning, load- sharing and control 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.

Equal employment opportunity

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.