Site Electrical Commissioning Technician

Site Electrical Commissioning Technician

We're supporting a major UK power and energy build and are looking for an experienced Site Electrical Commissioning Technician to join the site team during a critical commissioning phase.

This is a hands‑on, site‑based role for technicians who enjoy working on live electrical systems and seeing projects through to successful handover.

Key Details

• Contract: End of September (extension possible)
• Location: Northwest England - travel/accommodation would be for your own account
• Start: ASAP
• Rotation: 10 hours per day | 10 on / 4 off or 5/2 (Mon - Fri)
• Engagement: Ltd Company or CIS Umbrella
• Location: UK site
• Eligibility: Full UK working rights required

The Role

You'll be responsible for executing electrical commissioning activities on site, including:

• Hands‑on commissioning of electrical systems and equipment (HV/LV switchgear, transformers, DC systems, rectifiers, inverters)
• Carrying out testing, fault‑finding, optimisation and system verification
• Completing commissioning documentation, test sheets and protocols
• Rectifying electrical issues and closing out punch list items
• Planning and executing LV isolations in line with site procedures
• Working closely with engineers, contractors and client representatives
• Operating strictly in line with EHS, LOTO and permit‑to‑work requirements

You'll report into the Lead Electrical Engineer and work as part of a wider commissioning team.

About You

• 5+ years' experience in electrical commissioning within power stations or heavy process plant environments
• ONC / OND (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Systems
• Strong understanding of site safety systems and electrical isolation procedures
• Team‑focused, comfortable working with international and multidisciplinary teams
• Clear communicator
• Full UK working rights

Why Apply?

This is a solid commissioning contract with a defined rotation and the opportunity to work on a technically complex energy project. Ideal for technicians who want to stay hands‑on and be involved through to final handover.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.