Electrical Technician

Company: Astute People
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Location: Basildon
Job Description:

Salary up to £57,000 + overtime + van & benefits – support renewable energy growth in a key global energy company!

Join a market leader in landfill gas and anaerobic digestion assets, driving renewable energy innovation.

Why you’ll love this role:

  • Competitive salary with overtime and on-call enhancements (~£4k annually)
  • Company van (personal use permitted) + fuel card
  • Clear progression structure, private healthcare, pension, life assurance, and retail discounts
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) with time-in-lieu options for weekend work

What you’ll be doing:

  • Fault diagnosis on reciprocating engines, generators, and electrical systems
  • Performing planned and corrective maintenance to optimise production
  • Supporting 24/7 power station operations, ensuring compliance with HSE and technical standards
  • Managing stock levels and reporting maintenance activities accurately
  • Travelling to sites and participating in on-call rotation (1 in 4 weekends)

What we want from you:

  • NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical discipline (or equivalent)
  • Industrial electrical inspection and fault-finding experience, ideally in power stations or HV/LV environments
  • Strong knowledge of HV switching operations (preferred)
  • Valid driving licence and proficiency in MS Office

Apply today to power the future of renewable energy!

Posted: January 24th, 2025