Generator Technician

About the role

Mitie is hiring a Generator Technician to install, inspect, test, maintain, fault-find and repair 415V diesel generator systems, associated switchgear, distribution networks and electrical infrastructure. The postholder ensures power generation assets run safely, reliably and efficiently while complying with statutory regulations, electrical standards and site safety requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on 415V diesel generator sets, and diagnose and repair electrical faults in generators, control systems, alternators and distribution equipment
• Perform generator load testing, synchronisation checks and performance assessments, and support overhauls and major maintenance
• Inspect and test electrical installations, complete EICRs and perform continuity, insulation resistance, earth fault loop impedance, prospective fault current, earth electrode, RCD and phase rotation tests
• Repair faults on generator control circuits, motor control systems, distribution boards, switchgear, cable installations and protection devices, including emergency response repairs
• Ensure compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations, BS 7671 and site procedures, follow LOTO, permit to work and isolation procedures, and keep accurate maintenance records
• Record maintenance in the CMMS, complete commissioning and inspection reports, update drawings and report defects

Required profile

• Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship or equivalent, City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Installation or Maintenance, and City & Guilds 2391, 2394/2395 Inspection and Testing (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations)
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience maintaining and fault-finding on 415V diesel generators, electrical inspections and testing on industrial installations, and working on switchgear, motor control centres and protection systems
• Desirable: Low Voltage Authorised Person, CompEx, generator manufacturer training, IOSH or NEBOSH, and First Aid at Work

Required skills

• Generator synchronisation and load-sharing knowledge
• Ability to read electrical schematics and use test instruments
• Knowledge of protection relays, ATS systems and generator control systems

What we offer

• Virtual GP, salary finance and a flexible lifestyle benefits platform
• Extra holiday days, critical illness insurance, dental, high street discounts, cycle-to-work and life cover
• Enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme and a matching share plan
• Training and development opportunities