Electrical Field Technician – Renewable Energy in Taunton

Electrical Field Technician – Electrical Maintenance / Power Generation
Location:
South West England – covering the M4/M5 corridor, including Bristol, Bath, Somerset and Swindon | Regional field based Salary:
Competitive + up to 15% bonus Benefits:
Company van and fuel card with personal use + 6% employer pension Permanent | Full Time Are you an
Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Technician or Industrial Electrician
looking for varied, hands-on work with the freedom to manage your day? Join an established UK renewable power generation business, maintaining electrical equipment across regional sites. You'll investigate faults, carry out repairs and help keep generating plant running safely and reliably. Previous renewable energy experience isn't essential.
We welcome applications from electrically qualified engineers working in manufacturing, utilities, power generation, electricity distribution, steel production and other industrial environments. What's in it for you?
Up to 15% bonus , with quarterly and annual payments, subject to performance and scheme rules.
Company van and fuel card , including personal use.
6% employer pension contribution.
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
Financial support towards home solar panels, battery storage and EV charging.
Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP and eye-care vouchers.
Community volunteering days and company sick pay after a qualifying period.
The role
RecruitME is recruiting an Electrical Field Technician to carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance across power generation sites in
South West England, focused on the M4/M5 corridor . This regional role would suit engineers based around
Bristol, Bath, Somerset, Swindon and surrounding areas , with regular travel to operational sites. You'll work independently, with support from regional and national electrical engineering colleagues. Your work will include: Electrical maintenance and fault finding:
Inspect, diagnose and repair industrial electrical equipment to reduce downtime.
HV and LV equipment:
Maintain switchgear, transformers, electrical distribution systems and associated plant within your competence and authorisation.
Generators and alternators:
Support safe electrical isolation and alternator disconnection ahead of engine maintenance and rebuilds.
Reliability improvements:
Investigate recurring faults, identify root causes and recommend practical improvements.
Contractor support:
Coordinate specialist electrical contractors, including inductions, safety documentation and supervision of relevant work.
Safe working and reporting:
Follow isolation procedures and safe systems of work, interpret electrical drawings and maintain accurate maintenance records.
What you'll need
NVQ Level 3, BTEC ONC/HNC or equivalent
in Electrical Engineering or a relevant electrical discipline.
Experience in
industrial electrical maintenance , including diagnosing faults and completing repairs.
Working knowledge of
BS 7671 / 18th Edition Wiring Regulations .
Knowledge and practical experience of operating
high-voltage switchgear .
Ability to read electrical drawings and technical documentation.
Confidence managing your workload, solving problems independently and communicating with colleagues and contractors.
Confidence using laptops, mobile devices and maintenance applications.
Full UK driving licence
and willingness to travel regularly across the region.
Experience with
generators, alternators, HV switching procedures, electrical isolation or maintenance across multiple sites
would be useful. Previous generator experience is desirable rather than essential. Apply today
Bring your electrical maintenance and fault-finding skills into renewable power generation. Apply now or contact RecruitME for a confidential discussion about this Electrical Field Technician opportunity.
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