Electrical Commissioning Technicians

Electrical Commissioning Technician

Astute's Power Team is recruiting for an Electrical Commissioning Technician to join the commissioning team for their OCGT plant based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire on an initial 4‑month contract basis.

The position offers a day rate from £400.00 to £450.00 outside of IR35.

• Hands‑on commissioning of electrical components and systems including transformers, medium/low voltage switchgears, DC systems, rectifiers, inverters, motorised valves, instruments, etc.
• Fully competent at using Primary & Secondary Injection test set equipment.
• Assist the commissioning engineers in carrying out testing on electrical systems and equipment, system optimisation, troubleshooting and filling in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols.
• Participate in walk‑downs for turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start‑up.
• Prepare the site for the electrical team to plan ahead for site works.
• Report to the Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer for this project.

• At least 7 years of working experience in power stations Electrical (MV/LV and I&C) Commissioning activities.
• Demonstrable experience in a leading role on projects of similar relevance as an Electrical Technician.
• Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.
• Excellent communication skills.

Stewartby, Bedfordshire

£400.00 to £475.00 per day (Outside IR35)

Immediate start date, 4 months contract.

Astute acts as an employment business and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation. We comply with all relevant UK legislation and encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, with a requirement to demonstrate the ability to work in the UK. Astute is committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.