Electrical Technician
Orion Group · Aberdeen City, Scotland
Electrical Technician at Orion Group, based in Aberdeen City, Scotland, paying £475 per day. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- £475 per day
- Location
- Aberdeen City, Scotland
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Closes
- 9 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Electrical Engineer
About 20% above the going rate for electrical engineer
Reference 61123259
About the role
Our north sea operator client is currently recruiting for the position of Electrical Technician, to be based offshore. This will be a 12-month contract PAYE position, on a 2/3 rotation and crew changing from Aberdeen.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate Company Values and Behaviours, acting as a role model to campaign and core crew personnel. Promote an incident-free workplace and strong safety culture.
- Updating the electronic CMMS system SAP to provide details of task and work history, in addition to system reporting.
- Accountable for the execution and prioritising of assigned work orders in the plan. First line maintenance, repair, inspection, fault finding on Power Generation and Distribution equipment ranging through High Voltage & Low Voltage Equipment throughout the installation topsides.
- Trained to a competent standard to work and carry out maintenance on equipment used within hazardous areas.
- The range of equipment includes, but is not limited to the following:
- High Voltage
- 11 KV Power Distribution Systems including Main Power Generation, Power Management Systems, Switchgear, Motors, Cables and Associated Protection Equipment.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Relevant Extensive electrical operations and maintenance experience preferably gained in an offshore environment.
- Must be able to compile technical reports with associated drawings as required, pertaining to electrical systems or operations.
- Hold a valid Compex certificate EX01-04 to work and carry out maintenance on equipment used within hazardous areas.
- Recognised certificate in HV/LV switching operations and protection relay testing would be beneficial.
- Candidates should have permit to work experience preferably as Electrical Authorised Isolator or equivalent.
- Proactive approach to HE&S initiatives.
- Demonstrate good teamwork and interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a close, multi-disciplined environment. Maintain positive and tactful relationships with others.
- Demonstrate proactive, flexible, and positive attitude. Share knowledge freely with others to ensure best practices.
- Industry recognised Apprenticeship and relevant qualification (minimum S/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) and background in industrial power generation/distribution.
Contract position
If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: TR/084204.
People are our business worldwide
Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.
Reference: 61123259 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 9 Nov 2026 · Listed via Orion Group
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