Electrical / Mechanical Engineer - (Aberdeen)

All locations: Aberdeen, covering East Scotland & Highlands.

Working Style: This is a field-based role and involves frequent travel within East Scotland & Highlands patch/region.

Salary: Starting salary of £43,573 with Great Benefits.

Our Electrical Power & Cooling Engineers are at the heart of keeping BT’s networks operating 24/7, 365 days a year. Utilising their expertise and knowledge in both Low and High Voltage systems, generators, emergency lighting, cooling, alarms and UPS, they ensure that the BT estate continues to work no matter the circumstances. Working with their experienced teams within our exchange buildings as well as other environments, including radio sites, rooftops and outdoors, they are required to support the variety of electrical power systems and cooling equipment that ensures our networks keep the UK’s internet working. Vital in supporting us in meeting strict SLAs, they utilise their variety of skills, taking ownership of their patches and coaching those around them.

A comprehensive technical training pathway is assigned to cover the maintenance activities required in the role, this will be a mixture of face-to-face, virtual, internal and external delivery methods and may involve some overnight stays and travel.

As part of the role, you will be required to contribute to out of hours callout by joining a Formal On Call Framework (commonly a 1 in 4 attendance with a varied requirement subject to local/geographical nuances) to support 24x7 service as needed by the business. This will be agreed towards the completion of the training journey.

A full UK manual drivers’ licence is needed for this role.

An important part of Network Engineering is leading by example, be that sharing knowledge and supporting new individuals, through to truly living by the BT values. As a member of the Networks Field Engineering team, you are expected to uphold our BT values, leading by example throughout your career with us whilst being an integral part of your wider team.

• Identification & proactive reporting of HSE/Compliance/Design issues to our Power Environmental or Power Technical Support teams.
• Ownership of designated patch and sites to contribute towards area, regional and unit objectives.
• Sharing of best practice, supporting colleagues in applying new ideas, technologies or processes.
• Responsibility & ownership of critical and urgent network repair/provision/maintenance activity.
• Execution of prioritised work items ensuring that this is aligned with the wider team and unit’s priorities through co-ordination with patch managers and senior colleagues.
• Risk assessment for health and safety.
• Raising of issues/risks to more senior individuals to facilitate change.
• Understanding of what is expected and proactively take opportunities to increase own skills to support the team's work.
• Raises opportunities to improve the process in work area and beyond.
• Individuals hold responsibility for monitoring, actioning and meeting all required compliance (including health surveillance, such as rigging medical) if required.
• Expected to be always fully presentable wearing provided corporate clothing for the role.

Must be able to fulfil the physical requirements of the role i.e. able to bend, stretch, kneel and crouch. Also, must be able to climb, work at floor and ceiling level inside buildings, tower structures and roadside infrastructure, lift heavy drums/cables and recognise coloured wiring.

• Electrical competency City & Guilds 2360 parts 1+2 or equivalent NVQ or equivalent industry qualification.
• BTEC Electrical Engineering Level 3/HNC/HND/MOET Level 3/ET Level 3 or equivalent.
• Individuals will be required to hold a Full UK manual Driving Licence.

• 18th Edition Regs – or current electrical regulations, move to preferred list.
• Inspection, Testing and Verification (C&G).
• Experience with Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS).
• HVAC Refrigeration C&G/NVQ Level 3.
• F-GAS category 1.
• Demonstrable experience of repairing and maintaining Air Conditioning Split systems.
• Experience of working with DC power systems.
• Coaching/mentoring/supervisory experience.

Due to the nature of power vocational qualifications changing and being updated over time, this list may not always be accurate in the future. It is expected that an individual will be sufficiently experienced in all above criteria some duration after assuming the role. Experienced hires will be internally assessed on successful application to identify training requirements. Trainee/apprentice hires are required to become both experienced and, if applicable, qualified in all of the above criteria within their given duration of initial training.

At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

• Opportunity of earnings uplift through 1-4 on call allowance (when trained) and overtime (business need on both).
• Work vehicle provided (with home parking privileges) - saves on personal transport costs.
• Tools, uniform, clothing, and all PPE provided.
• Product training over 18 months.
• Any additional City & Guilds qualification paid for.
• World-class training and development opportunities.
• Career progression opportunities (e.g., Advanced or Technical Support roles).
• BT Pension scheme: minimum 5% employee contribution, 10% BT contribution.
• 22 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), increasing with service.
• Weekends and bank holidays excluding from core attendance – promoting work-life balance.
• Attendance pattern flexibility (through local agreements).
• Health & Wellbeing support team – EAP, Mental Health, Occupational Health, Physiotherapy.
• Huge range of flexible benefits (cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan).
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile, and TV packages.
• Access to 100's of retail discounts including EE and BT Shop.

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally. We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive. As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT? Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.