Electrical Technician

Up to £48,000 + bonus up to 15% + company van & fuel card + benefits

West Region
- Gloucester, Bristol, Swindon and surrounding areas

SCINERGY Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Electrical Field Technician to join a leading renewable energy generator, covering sites across the West region.

The business generates low-carbon electricity from captured methane, industrial solar and battery energy storage. The Electrical Field Technician will carry out planned and reactive maintenance on high voltage and low voltage electrical equipment, ensuring maximum plant availability with minimal downtime.

• Carrying out planned and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment across sites in the West region
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on switch gear, transformers, generator sets and associated systems
• Operating high voltage switch gear and carrying out electrical isolations safely
• Supporting the rebuild team by safely isolating and disconnecting alternators ahead of engine removal
• Inducting and overseeing on-site electrical contractors, ensuring all relevant safety documentation is completed
• Identifying opportunities to improve plant reliability, reduce costs and increase efficiency
• Completing daily work reports and monthly updates on maintenance programmes, issues and actions
• Ensuring all work complies with company procedures, health and safety policies and relevant legislation
• Supporting the regional and national electrical teams when required

• A relevant electrical engineering qualification, such as a BTEC ONC/HNC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Experience in industrial electrical maintenance within power generation, manufacturing, utilities, steel or a similar industry
• Knowledge and experience of electrical fault finding and working from electrical drawings
• Knowledge and experience of operating high voltage switch gear
• Working knowledge of BS 7671, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and associated legislative standards
• A flexible approach, with a willingness to travel regularly and work additional hours when required
• A full UK driving licence and confidence using laptops, mobile devices and technical applications

• A competitive basic salary
• A bonus with a target of up to 15%, paid quarterly and annually
• A company van and fuel card, available for personal use
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
• A company pension with a 6% employer contribution
• Funding towards domestic solar panels, battery storage and EV charging
• An Employee Assistance Programme, including virtual GP appointments and eye care vouchers
• Sick pay eligibility after a qualifying period
• Community volunteering days
• The chance to join the growing renewable energy sector