About the role
Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Compliance: * Always work in accordance with UK health and safety legislation, company procedures, and site-specific requirements. * Perform risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) before commencing work. * Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures. * Promote a strong safety culture and report hazards, incidents, and near misses
Preventative Maintenance: * Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on BESS installations. * Inspect battery enclosures, PCS (Power Conversion Systems), transformers, switchgear, HVAC systems, fire suppression systems, and monitoring equipment. * Complete maintenance documentation accurately and on time. * Ensure service activities meet contractual requirements and OEM standards.
Fault Finding & Repairs * Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, communication, and control system faults. * Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions. * Replace defective components including: Battery modules; Inverters/PCS units; Communication devices; UPS systems; Fire Alarm systems; Gas alarm systems; Temperature management systems * Coordinate with technical support and engineering teams for complex issues.
Commissioning & Testing: * Support site commissioning activities for new energy storage projects. * Conduct functional testing, electrical verification, and system performance assessments. * Assist with system energisation and grid compliance testing. * Produce commissioning reports and handover documentation.
Remote Monitoring & Support * Utilise SCADA and remote monitoring platforms to investigate alarms and performance issues. * Support customer requests and technical queries. * Escalate critical issues appropriately to engineering and management teams
Documentation & Reporting * Complete service reports using company service management systems. * Maintain accurate records of work completed, parts used, and recommendations. * Update technical documentation and service databases.
Customer Engagement * Act as the primary technical representative on site. * Build strong relationships with customers, contractors, and suppliers. * Deliver high levels of customer service and professionalism.
Requirements
Essential: * NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering. * Experience working on: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS); Renewables; Low-voltage (LV) electrical systems; Industrial power systems * Strong electrical fault-finding skills. * Experience interpreting electrical drawings and schematics. * Full UK Driving Licence. * Ability to work independently in a field-based environment. * Right to work in the United Kingdom.
Desirable: * Previous experience with utility-scale battery storage systems. * Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience. * Experience with: SCADA systems; PLC controls; Power electronics; Inverters and converters * G99/Grid Code knowledge. * Renewable energy industry experience
Technical Competencies: * Electrical installation and maintenance * High-voltage switching awareness * Power conversion systems * Battery technologies (Lithium-Ion preferred) * Protection systems * Network communications * SCADA monitoring systems * Root cause analysis * Technical reporting * Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
Personal Attributes: * Strong commitment to safety. * Excellent problem-solving abilities. * Customer-focused mindset. * Self-motivated and organised. * Strong communication skills. * Flexible and willing to travel.
Working Environment: * Field-based role covering South East England. * Frequent travel to customer sites. * Overnight stays. * Outdoor work in all weather conditions. * Remote diagnosis of faults and issues
We offer you
* A dynamic environment with high responsibilities and an independent working style * The opportunity for professional development and growth in one of the most fast-growing industries. * An environment of open communication where all ideas and opinions are valued * Collaboration with an international and diverse team from all over Europe * Possibility for remote work * Qualified training and support with our buddy system * A detailed introduction to our product portfolio * Competitive salary and a great bonus structure * Attractive additional benefits that vary depending on the country