Astute's Power Team is working alongside a well-established UK standby power specialist that install and maintaining critical power systems, to recruit a UPS Engineer for a field-based role covering London region.
The UPS Engineer position comes with a salary of £45,000-£50,000, paid overtime, company vehicle, bonus scheme, and strong long-term development opportunities within a financially stable, family-run organisation.
Responsibilities and duties of the UPS Engineer role
Reporting to the Manager you will:
- Servicing, maintaining, and inspecting UPS systems across a wide power range to ensure reliable operation of critical power infrastructure
- Diagnosing faults and providing effective on-site repair solutions during both planned and reactive maintenance visits
- Carrying out remedial works including battery replacements, component changes, and minor to major system overhauls
- Acting as a first-response engineer for breakdowns, restoring systems to operational status in a timely and professional manner
- Supporting a mix of scheduled maintenance, corrective works, and reactive callouts, including participation in an out-of-hours call-out rota
- Completing clear and accurate service reports, documenting findings, actions taken, and recommendations
- Working closely with internal teams and customers to deliver a high standard of service and minimise system downtime
- Maintaining excellent health & safety, housekeeping, and professional standards while representing the business on customer sites
- Travelling primarily within an assigned region, with occasional wider UK travel as required
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
- Proven experience as a UPS Maintenance / Service Engineer
- Strong fault-finding capability on electrical power systems
- Experience working on a range of UPS manufacturers and capacities
- Full UK driving licence
- Right to live and work in the UK
- Willingness to travel around London
Personal skills
The UPS Engineer role would suit someone who is:
- Self-motivated and able to work independently in a field-based role
- Trustworthy and comfortable operating with minimal supervision
- Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills
- Confident in written and verbal communication
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
- Presentable, professional, and committed to high personal standards
- A positive team player with resilience, adaptability, and a sense of humour
Salary and benefits of the UPS Engineer role
- £45,000 - £50,000 basic salary
- Paid overtime
- Company vehicle
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Ongoing technical training and development
- Long-term, stable employment within a growing UK business INDPOW
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We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK.
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UPS Engineer employer: Astute People
Join a leading consultancy in Cambridge that values innovation and excellence, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise in project leadership will thrive. With competitive benefits including a strong bonus scheme, private healthcare, and a hybrid work model, you'll find ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment. This is not just a job; it's a chance to make a meaningful impact in the construction industry while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
