Electrical Engineer Maintenance

States of Guernsey; Guernsey (WY); On-site; USD 53,547 - 80,321; Full time

Job summary

Guernsey Electricity is seeking an Electrical Engineer Maintenance to support safe, reliable operation of power station electrical and control systems. The role includes supervision of maintenance fitting staff and contractors, with on-call responsibilities for out-of-hours emergencies.

Applicants must hold a valid Guernsey employment permit and contribute to safety and efficiency targets within a dynamic power plant environment.

Qualifications

• HNC in electrical and electronics or control systems engineering (or equivalent by experience).
• In-depth knowledge and experience of electrical plant and control systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Investigate fault finding, technical repairs and maintenance of electrical plant and control systems to ensure high reliability.
• Supervise internal and contractor staff on maintenance or project work, ensuring high standards and safe practices.
• Carry out high and medium voltage switching and ensure safe operation of plant and equipment per safety rules.
• Assist in budgeting and monitoring expenditure, including approval of invoices to meet efficiency targets.
• Maintain maintenance records using relevant IT systems and ensure compliance with health, safety and data protection.

Skills

Electrical plant and control systems

Education

HNC in electrical and electronics or equivalent by experience

Job description

Electrical Engineer Maintenance

Guernsey Electricity

Full time Ref: 20261237 Opened: 17/07/2026 Closes: 17/08/2026

To assist in the objective of maximum availability, and safe operation of all power station plant and equipment, and to carry out inspection, fault finding and repair work on generation electrical plant and equipment. The Electrical Engineer has responsibility for ensuring the safe, reliable and correct function of Power Station electrical and control systems. The position is responsible for supervision of maintenance fitting staff and contractors and dealing with specific engineering systems challenges. The role has a high level of safety responsibility and is often closely involved in operational work in the context of understanding issues and ensuring the correct operation of the plant. The post holder is liable to be called in to the power station out of hours on an emergency basis from time to time.

Applicants must hold a valid Guernsey employment permit.

Key Responsibilities

• To investigate and carry out fault finding, technical repairs and maintenance of power station electrical plant and equipment and control systems to ensure high reliability.
• To assist with the delivery of small and medium size projects in association with the Asset Management section as may be required. This may include commissioning new equipment in accordance with safe procedures.
• Supervises internal and contractor staff on specific maintenance or project work to ensure a high standard of work and that safe working practice is adhered to.
• Carry out High and Medium voltage switching and make safe plant and apparatus in accordance with the Electrical & Mechanical Safety Rules.
• To assist in the compilation of budgets and monitor expenditure, including the approval of invoices, to ensure efficiency targets are met.
• To maintain records of maintenance work using the relevant IT systems.
• Be aware of and comply with local legislation, specifically related to Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities and Data Protection.
• Such other duties as may be allocated, and interchange of duties as required.
• Demonstrate the core values and behaviours of Guernsey Electricity Limited

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Minimum formal qualification HNC in electrical and electronics and/or control systems engineering or equivalent by experience
• An in-depth knowledge and experience of electrical plant and control systems is required