O&M Technician

Toro Recruitment • Full-time • Remote (United Kingdom) • 1w ago

O&M Technician

Location: Central Scotland (with travel across the UK) Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience) + Overtime + Benefits

Toro Recruitment is seeking an O&M Technician within the renewable energy sector. This role is ideal for a technician with experience in High Voltage (HV) systems, whether from the HV contracting industry or the wind farm industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and installing HV and LV assets across wind, solar, anaerobic digestion (AD), and battery storage sites. The position involves regular travel and occasional overnight stays throughout the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform inspections and maintenance of HV/LV substation equipment under maintenance agreements.
Carry out HV/LV cable jointing, including specialist terminations.
Troubleshoot and resolve faults within electrical systems.
Install switchgear, transformers, and related equipment.
Conduct earthing tests and associated electrical testing.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Emergency First Aid and Manual Handling certifications.
Full, clean UK driving licence.
Ability to complete Global Wind Organisation (GWO) training and offshore medical requirements.
Strong IT skills for reporting and documentation purposes.
Knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation and CDM regulations.

Desirable:

Current HV Authorisation (Technician or Jointer/Fitter level) for 11kV and 33kV networks.
CSCS/ECS Card and City & Guilds Inspection and Testing qualification.
MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platform) and PASMA (Scaffolding) certifications.
ONC/BTEC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

What This Role Offers:

Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000, based on experience, with overtime opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunity to work across multiple renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, and battery storage.
Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
Be part of a dynamic team contributing to the growth of renewable energy in the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in the sustainable energy sector. If you’re ready to take on a varied role with travel opportunities and the chance to work on cutting-edge renewable projects, apply now through Toro Recruitment