Site Technician - Electrical

We have an excellent opportunity to join one of the counties leading employers in AC and DC Switchgear. This role does not necessarily require previous work in DC Switchgear; however, the ability to read engineering diagram, circuit diagram is essential, and working knowledge of control panels, busbars and switch gear will be very beneficial.

• Full UK driving licence (clean) and ability to visit customer sites around the UK.
• Pass a Personal Track Safety (PTS) medical before final offer is confirmed.
• Willingness to work away overnight from time to time, with no overseas travel.

This role is available immediately and there will be a 2‑stage interview process.

• On‑site service, preventive maintenance, repairs and testing of DC and AC switch gear.
• Help identify and resolve potential risks for site work projects.
• Provide on‑site customer support, problem solving and lateral thinking solutions.
• Provide detailed written reports and working recommendations.
• On‑call duties as part of a 24/7 call‑out service.
• When not on site you will be assembling switch gear products in the factory.
• Training will be provided by the client and will be your PTS sponsor.

• Interpret schematic and general arrangement drawings.
• Laying out panels.
• Panel assembly including preparation of metalwork prior to assembly, cabling, control wiring.
• Copper busbar work including forming and fitting.
• Liaising with engineers.

• Ensure full compliance with the company’s Quality Management System.
• Ensure that all customer maintenance and service carried out fully meets the expected quality standards, and design intent.
• Fully participate in, and support any Safety or Quality investigation.
• Address any potential HSE concerns.
• Ensure that RAMS are up to date, followed and signed off.
• Carry out any other duties commensurate with the skills and level of the position.
• Be willing to take part in any training courses relevant to the position.
• This is a Safety Critical Role, as such you will be required to pass a PTS medical.

• Switchgear/Electrical assembly experience.
• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Ability to interpret wiring schematic and general arrangement drawings.

• Engineering Apprenticeship.
• Engineering qualification.

Essential

• Full UK Driving Licence (clean).

Desirable

• ECS card.
• PTS.