Electrical technician

Base Location: Slough, Berkshire


Salary: £43,704 - £51,484 + performance-related bonus+ a range of other benefits to support yourfamily, finances and wellbeing


Working Pattern: Permanent| Full Time | Day shift Monday to Friday

What is the Role?

The Electrical Technician will be responsible safety, reliability, flexibility and efficiency of plant and equipment at Slough Power Station

You will


- Carry out day to day planned maintenance tasks reporting back any problems and recommend improvements and the annual engineering outage


- Fault find on electrical plant and equipment and carry out repairs on motors and motor starter circuits, lighting and small power circuits, machinery control panels, and safety circuits.


- Carry out small electrical installations


- Support plant failures and/or unplanned outages and find the most effective solution to resolve the problem in terms of cost and time.


- Supervise contractor resources to carry out tasks in accordance with SSE's Safety Health and Environmental, and technical and commercial requirements.


- To ensure that appropriate records are kept for all work completed such that trends and learning points can be realised, and the updating of records (e.g. drawings, job plans) to reflect the current situation.

What do I need?


To be considered you must have:


- Qualified to minimum of City & Guilds Parts 1 & 2 Electrical installation or equivalent recognised electrical apprenticeship.


- Proficient at carrying out Risk Assessments.


- Experience working in a Power station or heavy industry environment.


- Good communication skills with the ability to communicate at various levels including senior management.


- Be an effective team member working well with others and proactive when working alone.

About SSE


SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.


SSE Thermal keep the lights on for millions of people while pioneering low-carbon technologies. From ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, we're transforming how we generate energy.


Flexible benefits to fit your life


Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.


Work with an equal opportunity employer


SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Jim on [email protected] / 01738 341514 to discuss how we can support you.


We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.


Ready to apply?


Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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