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HV Commissioning Engineer

JAM Recruitment LtdSouth East London, London🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 17 Oct 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
South East London, London, United Kingdom
Posted
3 days ago

Job Description

HV Commissioning Engineer
9 month contract
£600/day - Outside IR35
Hertfordshire - site-based

RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Carry out testing and commissioning of HV electrical equipment
* Support commissioning activities across substations and distribution networks
* Test switchgear, protection systems and associated electrical plant
* Complete commissioning procedures, test sheets and technical documentation
* Identify faults and resolve commissioning issues
* Ensure work complies with approved procedures and safety requirements
* Liaise with project managers, engineers and site teams
* Support energisation, handover and completion activities

SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS:
* Proven HV testing and commissioning experience
* Experience across 11kV, 33kV and/or 132kV networks
* Knowledge of substation equipment and protection systems
* Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation
* Experience completing commissioning records and test reports
* Strong understanding of electrical safety and safe systems of work

CERTIFICATIONS:
* Relevant HV authorisations and electrical safety qualifications

DESIRABLE:
* UKPN network experience
* Protection and control testing experience
* Experience commissioning newly installed substation equipment

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