Operations and Maintenance Engineer

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The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, testing, and fault response of high voltage electrical systems up to 132kV across a range of industrial and renewable energy projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated HV professional with Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience who thrives in a hands-on operational environment and is committed to maintaining the highest safety and technical standards. Key responsibilities: Perform routine, scheduled, reactive and preventative inspection and maintenance, of HV/LV equipment (up to 132kV), including switchgear, ring main units, transformers, circuit breakers, busbars, CT metering, protection and associated control systems Plan, execute, and oversee HV switching schedules to achieve safety from the system in compliance with Company Safety Rules Manage fault location, diagnostics, repair, and response activities Produce remedial works quotations, compile Work Packages, Job Instructions and RAMS. Coordinating the work of technicians, supervise and mentor junior staff, conduct competency assessments/audits, and support team development Manage individual project resource allocation Liaise with clients, stakeholders and other interested parties to ensure individual project objectives, deliverables and expectations are managed/maintained Planning and executing of HV Switching, isolation, earthing up to 132kV Ensuring safety from the system – issuing safety documentation in accordance with company/customer safety rules and operational procedures Testing installations and systems, analysing test data and compiling test reports Ensuring that individual projects meet safety requirements/regulations and company QMS standards Required Qualifications / Experience: HNC in Electrical Engineering ideally in Power Distribution, or equivalent qualifications in electrical engineering or a related field, with additional certifications such as HV Senior Authorised Person (HVSAP), HV Switching Operations, or HV Safety Rules Current or recent Senior Authorised Person (SAP) authorisation with experience in the operation and maintenance of high voltage electrical systems (up to at least 33kV) Technical expertise in high voltage electrical systems, equipment, and protective devices, with the ability to troubleshoot electrical faults and anomalies and implement corrective actions Experience with electrical testing (e.g., IR, continuity, pressure, VLF, Ductor), fault detection techniques, and outage planning) GWO Certifications for onshore wind farm work are advantageous but not essential. Strong knowledge of electrical safety regulations, standards, and best practices, with a focus on high voltage switching operations and electrical safety rules Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and make sound judgments in high-pressure situations Emergency First Aid is advantageous but not essential CSCS/ECS is advantageous but not essential If you are an experienced HV professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you. In Short Industry HR & Recruitment Founded 2007 Location Bristol Company size 0 - 49 Delivering expertise globally Experts in global recruitment of highly skilled
professionals: Since 2007, MDE Group has been involved in the provision and
management of specialist construction, engineering, and support personnel to
major clients around the world. Whilst our international reach is vast, our
focus is on delivering tailored local services for our client’s projects and
business. Helping people is at the
heart of our business; whether it is assisting a candidate to make their next
career step or working with a client to man up a project, so it doesn’t miss a
deadline. We never forget the human element are very aware of how our actions
can effect people lives. Looking for new talent? We deliver expertise! We work closely with our clients to resolve their
talent acquisition and manpower challenges. By offering a range of services we
are able to tailor a solution as unique as our clients, which not only delivers
results but efficiency and cost savings. We offer services in: Permanent Recruitment Temporary and Contract Recruitment Executive Search Recruitment Outsourcing – RPO & MSP Workforce & HR Consulting Global Mobility Services Flexible staffing and mobility solutions MDE provides recruitment and global mobility services
across multiple verticals, whether it's temporary staffing for a local
production facility to ramp up the workfroce during peak season or scaling a
contingent workforce for an offshore facility sourcing expats to relocate
across the globe. MDE operates in the following sectors: Oil & Gas Renewable Energy Marine & Shipbuilding Engineering & Manufacturing Warehousing & Industrial Professional Services Similar Operations And Maintenance Engineer Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Generator Mechanic Omega Resource Group Gloucestershire £35k per year 3 weeks ago Manufacturer Recall Technician Quest Employment Bicester (OX26) From £13.50 to £17.16 per hour 3 weeks ago Production Engineer RE Group Cheltenham, Gloucestershire £40k - 42k per year 6 days ago CNC Service Engineer (Laser) CV Technical Cheltenham (GL50) £38000 - £50000 per annum + + Door to Door Overtime 3 weeks ago Manufacturing Engineer Euro Projects Recruitment Kingsholm, Gloucester (GL1), GL1 From £30,000 to £40,000 per annum plus flexible working hours 2 weeks ago Licensed Engineer Morson Edge Brize Norton, Bampton (OX18), OX18 £60 per hour 6 days ago Technician 4K Commercials Swindon (SN2) From £37,500 to £41,600 per annum 1 week ago Mechanical Technician Omega Resource Group Aston-On-Carrant, Tewkesbury (GL20), GL20 £42k per year 3 weeks ago Workshop Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Cheltenham (GL50) £40000 - £45000 per annum + bonus, van, overtime 1 week ago (Senior) Mechanical Technician Diamond Light Source Didcot, Oxfordshire £33253 to £52337 Per annum 2 weeks ago Maintenance Engineer jobs Maintenance Engineer jobs in Oxford Engineering jobs Engineering jobs in Oxford Jobs in Oxford Mechanic Engineer jobs Mechanical Technician jobs Maintenance Electrician jobs Maintenance Specialist jobs Automotive Engineer jobs Maintenance And Repair Technician jobs Maintenance Mechanic jobs Maintenance Work jobs Mechanic jobs Maintenance jobs Maintenance Engineering jobs Engineer Maintenance jobs Maintenance Technician jobs Maintenance Engineer Fmcg jobs Engineering Maintenance Technician jobs Highways Maintenance Engineer jobs Get hired. Find success. Totaljobs Jobseekers Recruiters Download The Stepstone Group UK Ltd © 2026