Electrical Engineer (HV & LV Electrical Systems)
£34-38k
Northern England (M62 Corridor)
The Company
The UK’s market leaders in the renewable energy sector who employ over 300 and generate a turnover in excess of £100m. Growing organically and through the acquisition of rival businesses they are continually increasing their dominant market position. They are heavily supported by the governments renewable obligation certificates (ROC’s) and are entering into a major recruitment drive, to support growth and the recent acquisition of a major rival.
The Role
Covering Northern England, with easy access to the M62, you will be managing a small engineering team and various contractors to repair and maintain HV and LV electrical systems associated with power generation. This role incorporates a mixture of management, strategy, report writing and field work in a ‘hands-on’ capacity. Duties will include:
*Planning and conducting maintenance and reactive repairs of transformers, switchgear, control panels, protection systems and associated plant involved in power generation from landfill gas.
*Establishing maintenance practices that minimise breakdowns and maximise revenue.
*Producing written reports and advising on senior management decisions.
*Management of annual budgets alongside P&L responsibility for your area.
*Reviewing and identifying commercially viable improvements that can be made in your department.
*Promoting a culture of best practice, identifying departmental training needs and compliance with all HSE policies and legislation.
The Candidate
Candidates for this position must have a high level of expertise in the following:
*HV switching and maintenance
*Installation and maintenance of industrial electrics and control systems
*Management/supervision of skilled engineers and contractors
*Maintenance strategies
*Report writing supported by strong written and verbal communication skills
To assist in driving this organisation forward we are looking to recruit intelligent, dynamic and focused individuals who are seeking a career at a leading organisation. As the business grows a number of career routes down managerial or technical routes will be available. The need to be flexible to support the needs of the business is essential, as is a willingness to travel. Due to the location of the sites you need to have easy access to the M62.
The Package
This role offers a salary of £34-38k with an annual bonus of up to 15% of your salary. As part of your role you are provided with a fully expensed company van/vehicle, laptop and mobile phone. You also receive a 6% stakeholder pension contribution, life assurance and the option of private medical care.
To apply for this role please send your CV to perm-eng@encorepersonnel.co.uk
Encore Personnel are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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