At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems in a cutting-edge power station.
- Company: Join a leading energy company that values training and development.
- Benefits: Earn up to £51,484 plus bonuses, overtime, and great perks.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy sector while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical discipline; experience with HV systems preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit an Electrical Technician for their Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Power Station in Rochester, Kent. The vital Electrical Technician role comes with a basic salary up to £51,484, bonus, overtime, skills shortage allowance, and other excellent benefits. If you're an experienced Electrical Technician and are looking to work for a leading organisation that invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties
- Reporting to the Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for:
- Fault-finding and maintaining electrical assets including motors, switchgear, transformers, variable speed drives, HV plant, etc.
- Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices.
- Undertaking/assisting in plant developments/projects.
- Setting to work and supervising contractors.
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records on the site's CMMS.
- Ensuring HSE compliance at all times.
Professional qualifications
- Ideally apprentice trained with an NVQ Level 3 minimum qualification in an Electrical related discipline.
- A Health and Safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH would be advantageous.
- 18th Edition Wiring regulations would be preferred.
Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge
- The Electrical Maintenance Engineer role would suit someone who has:
- Prior Electrical Engineering experience working in heavy process engineering environments such as Power Stations, Paper Mills, Top Tier COMAH sites, Refineries, Petrochemicals, etc.
- Experience working with High Voltage (HV) systems up to 400kV would be ideal.
- Experience working with relevant electrical equipment such as motors, generators, switchgears, etc.
Salary and benefits of the Electrical Technician role
- A starting basic salary of up to £51,484.
- Performance related bonus.
- Monthly skills shortage allowance.
- Overtime.
- Other excellent benefits.
Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also 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.
Locations
Electrical Technician in Kent, Rochester employer: Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd
Astute's Power Team offers an exceptional work environment for Electrical Technicians at their state-of-the-art Combined Cycle Gas Turbine Power Station in Rochester, Kent. With a competitive salary package, including performance bonuses and a commitment to employee training and professional development, this role provides ample opportunities for growth in a supportive and safety-focused culture. Join a leading energy company that values your expertise and invests in your future.
Contact Details:
Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
