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 fantastic 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 + 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.
Electrical Technician in Kent employer: Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd
Astute's Power Team offers an exceptional work environment for Electrical Technicians at their state-of-the-art CCGT Power Station in Rochester, Kent. With a competitive salary package that includes bonuses and overtime, alongside a strong commitment to employee training and professional development, this role provides a unique opportunity for growth in the energy sector. The company fosters a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring that employees are supported in their roles while contributing to innovative projects in a leading organisation.
Contact Details:
Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
