Electrical Commissioning Technicians in Chester, Cheshire

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Job Description:

Astute’s Power Team are currently recruiting for an Electrical Commissioning Technician to join the commissioning team for their OCGT plant based Stewartby, Bedfordshire on an initial 4 months contract basis.

The Electrical Commissioning Technician position comes with a day rate from £400.00 to £450.00 outside of IR35.

Responsibilities

  • Hands‑on commissioning of electrical components and systems such as transformers, medium/low voltage switchgears, DC systems, rectifiers, inverters, motorized valves, instruments, etc. Fully competent at using Primary & Secondary Injection test set equipment.
  • Assisting the commissioning engineers in carrying out testing on electrical systems and equipment, as well as system optimisation and troubleshooting and filling in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols.
  • Participation in the walk‑downs for turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start‑up.
  • Preparation of the site for the electrical team to plan ahead for site works.
  • Report to the Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer for this project.

Qualifications

  • At least 7 years working experience in power stations Electrical (MV/LV and I&C) Commissioning activities with demonstrable experience in a leading role in projects of similar relevance as an Electrical Technician.
  • Strong team spirit, working with an international team and other cultures.
  • Excellent communication skills.

Location / Rate / Duration

Stewartby, Bedfordshire

£400.00 to £475.00 per day (Outside IR35)

Immediate start date – 4 months

Equal Opportunities

Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, creed, or other protected characteristics and comply with all relevant UK legislation. Astute is also committed to the government’s Confident Employer initiative.

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Posted: June 6th, 2026