Commissioning & Field Service Technician – BESS

Role

Our client is a growing renewable energy and HV Engineering business supporting the delivery of Projects, commissioning and O&M of utility-scale BESS and Solar PV assets across the UK.

They are looking to appoint a LV Commissioning & Field Service Technician to work alongside a major BESS OEM’s Operational Support team with the installation, testing and commissioning of BESS projects, focussing on LV electrical activities, fault finding and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the BESS OEM’s Operational Support team with the installation, testing and commissioning of utility-scale BESS assets.
• Undertake LV electrical testing, inspection and verification, following approved commissioning procedures, RAMS and safe systems of work.
• Assist with energisation, functional testing, system validation and equipment handover, ensuring systems meet required standards.
• Carry out fault finding and diagnostics across LV distribution, auxiliary supplies, control panels, cabling and associated BESS equipment.
• Inspect and test BESS auxiliary systems, including HVAC, fire detection/suppression, battery enclosures and communications equipment.
• Investigate and resolve commissioning defects, installation issues and system alarms, working alongside OEM engineers, subcontractors and other technical specialists.
• Complete accurate commissioning and project documentation, including test sheets, inspection records, defect lists, service reports and photographic evidence, while tracking remedial actions and outstanding works.
• Review installations against drawings, specifications and manufacturer requirements, escalating non-conformances and supporting planned maintenance, corrective works and post-commissioning visits.
• Liaise with project managers, commissioning engineers, clients and site teams to coordinate activities, resolve technical issues and ensure projects are delivered safely, to specification and on schedule.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to improve commissioning processes, installation quality, system reliability and future project delivery.

Requirements

• ECS JIB Gold Card Electrician – Essential
• 3+ years’ utility-scale BESS, Solar PV power generation or HV/LV electrical maintenance.
• Practical experience working with solar inverters and associated LV/HV equipment.
• Previous exposure to battery energy storage systems would be highly advantageous.
• An understanding of BESS auxiliary systems such as HVAC, fire detection/suppression and control systems would be beneficial.
• Strong approach to health & safety, documentation and quality will be essential.
• Experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance and electrical fault finding.
• A strong understanding of safe systems of work, RAMS and permit-to-work procedures.
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel throughout the UK, including at short notice

Location:          West Yorkshire – Nationwide travel as required.

About Us

Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process

Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

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