Overview
Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a leading renewable energy operator to recruit a Senior Electrical Technician to support renewable energy assets across the South Midlands and South England region. The role offers a salary of up to £70k (depending on experience) plus an excellent benefits package including a car allowance. If you have experience as a Senior Electrical Engineer or Senior Electrical Technician and are looking for your next career move, apply today by submitting your CV.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support for the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of HV and LV electrical systems across renewable energy assets.
- Lead and support engineering projects, upgrades and modifications from concept through to completion.
- Review maintenance activities and technical data to identify trends, defects and opportunities for performance improvement.
- Support the development and review of engineering documentation, specifications and technical standards.
- Coordinate with internal teams, contractors and suppliers to ensure successful project delivery and operational support.
- Assist with Root Cause Analysis investigations and implement corrective actions to improve system reliability.
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers and technical personnel within the wider engineering team.
- Support planning and resource coordination activities while ensuring compliance with health, safety and quality standards.
Qualifications
- Degree, HNC or HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
- Strong background in HV electrical systems, including transformers, switchgear, cables and protection systems.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical engineering within the power, utilities or renewable energy sectors.
- Experience working on renewable energy assets such as wind, solar or battery storage (desirable).
Personal skills
- Strong technically with a practical, solution-focused approach to engineering problems.
- Comfortable working in a leadership capacity and supporting junior team members.
- Effective at communicating with a range of stakeholders, both technical and non-technical.
- Well organised with the ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks.
- Flexible, proactive and committed to maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary up to £70,000.
- EV Vehicle.
- Market-leading pension scheme.
- Flexible benefits package including electric vehicle leasing and health insurance options.
- Enhanced parental leave.
- Discounts and employee pricing schemes.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, gender, age, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics 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 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.
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