HV Technician
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £40,000.0 i £50,000.0 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £43,000 + Company Vehicle + 7% uplift |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 13 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 9SJ |
| Cwmni: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4764376_1769179829 |
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Your new company
Our client operates a large and complex private high voltage electrical distribution network supporting critical infrastructure and 24/7 operations. Significant long-term investment is focused on improving network resilience, sustainability, and decarbonisation, supported by highly skilled engineering teams.
Your new role
As an HV Technician, you will support the operation and maintenance of a high voltage electrical distribution network operating up to 33kV. You'll work on substations, switchgear, transformers, and associated plant, ensuring the safe and reliable supply of power to critical operational assets.The role includes planned and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis and restoration, and delivery of network improvement works. You will carry out LV and HV switching operations, ensuring safe systems of work in line with statutory requirements and industry standards, including the Electricity at Work Regulations, HSG230, and BS 7671.
You will also use maintenance management systems to record and plan works and take part in a standby and call‑out rota supporting 24/7 operations.
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience working on high voltage electrical systems (up to 33kV or above)
- Strong knowledge of electrical distribution networks and HV safety procedures
- Electrical qualifications (NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent)
- HV Authorisation, or the ability to achieve it quickly
- Strong fault‑finding skills and a proactive, safety‑focused approach
- Ability to work effectively within a team in an operational environment
- Experience using CMMS or similar maintenance systems
- Flexibility to support out‑of‑hours work and standby cover
What you'll get in return
- Circa £43,000 salary, plus 7% uplift once HV Authorised
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Up to 10% matched pension contribution
- Wide range of flexible benefits including healthcare, car scheme, Cycle to Work, gym discounts, and more
- Ongoing training, development, and clear progression opportunities
- Employee wellbeing and assistance support
What you need to do now
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