Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician

Contract (Inside IR35); Up to £40.00 per hour (Umbrella); Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire (Full-Time Onsite); Duration: 12 Months; Deadline to submit: 21st May AM

Ceto Talent representing a leading UK-based organisation at the forefront of advanced Nuclear energy and engineering research.

Overview

We are seeking an Electrical Technician to support a major experimental engineering programme, working across a wide range of complex electrical plant and systems. This is a hands‑on role covering installation, maintenance, fault finding and commissioning across control systems, power conversion equipment, and LV/HV electrical distribution within a highly regulated, safety‑critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out installation, maintenance, fault finding, and repair of electrical systems and equipment
• Work across control systems, power conversion systems, and LV/HV distribution
• Support inspection and testing of electrical systems in line with BS7671 and internal codes of practice
• Provide technical support to Plant Responsible Officers (PROs) and wider engineering teams
• Supervise and support electrical installation, maintenance, and repair activities on plant systems
• Assist with fault finding on control systems within panels, cubicles, and plant equipment
• Support fault finding on large power conversion systems under supervision
• Assist with build, installation, and commissioning of new electrical plant and equipment
• Undertake precise and delicate electrical work, including instrumentation and connections (e.g. thermocouples)
• Generate and maintain technical documentation, including safe systems of work
• Take ownership of technical task delivery and work with limited supervision where required
• Support general engineering activities across the facility as needed

Requirements

• Completed a recognised electrical apprenticeship
• C&G 2330 Level 3 in Electrotechnical Technology or equivalent (ONC/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering acceptable)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Experience working in an industrial environment with 3-phase power systems
• Ability to work independently within a complex, high-hazard environment

Desirable

• Inspection and Testing qualification
• Experience with control systems and power conversion equipment
• Experience working under formal safe systems of work (RAMS, method statements, risk assessments)

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