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Your new company

A leading energy generation facility in Deeside is seeking a skilled and experienced Shift Engineer to join their operations team. The site plays a key role in supporting the UK’s energy infrastructure and offers a dynamic, safety-focused working environment.

Your new role

As a Shift Engineer, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the facility, ensuring compliance with site procedures and contractual obligations. This is a lone-working shift role where you will manage operations independently, perform maintenance tasks, and support high-voltage (HV) systems up to 400kV. You’ll also be involved in fault diagnosis, issuing safety documentation, and liaising with contractors and suppliers.

• Operating the facility in line with site rules and market requirements
• Performing planned and unplanned maintenance and fault diagnosis
• Managing isolations and issuing safety documentation up to 400kV
• Acting as a Senior Authorised Person for LV and HV operations (6.6kV to 400kV)
• Working independently on a shift basis
• Supporting the shift roster and providing cover as needed

What you'll need to succeed

• HNC or equivalent qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering
• Strong electrical background with the potential to become HV authorised
• Experience in large industrial process environments
• Familiarity with permit-to-work systems and HV/LV switching
• Computer literacy and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and make critical decisions under pressure

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary between £50,000 and £60,000, depending on experience
• 12% employer pension contribution with a 6% employee contribution
• Performance-related bonus
• Excellent healthcare and medical benefits
• Comprehensive wellbeing support for you and your family
• Opportunity to work in a technically advanced facility with long-term career development prospects

What you need to do now

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