Lead Electrical Commissioning Authorised Technician

documentation, method statements, and applicable standards.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical judgement, disciplined adherence to safety processes, and effective team coordination offshore.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Commissioning & Electrical Systems

• Lead offshore teams performing installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, maintenance, and fault rectification on LV and HV electrical systems, including:

  • Power converters
  • Transformers
  • HV/LV switchgear
  • Circuit breakers and protection systems

• Execute and supervise commissioning activities in line with approved method statements, risk assessments, and commissioning procedures

• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications to ensure correct system configuration

• Support senior engineers during energisation, functional testing, and handover activities

• Ensure accurate completion of commissioning documentation, test records, and non-conformance reports

Fault Finding & Diagnostics

• Diagnose LV and HV electrical faults using appropriate test and diagnostic equipment

• Lead fault-finding activities, applying systematic root-cause analysis

• Interface with engineering and technical support teams to resolve complex issues and implement corrective actions

Safety, Authorisation & Team Leadership

• Act as an Authorised Technician, maintaining strict compliance with GE Vernova and industry electrical safety rules

• Lead electrical isolations, switching, and control of work within authorised limits

• Conduct task-specific risk assessments and toolbox talks

• Supervise and mentor Competent and Authorised Technicians, ensuring safe systems of work and consistent technical standards

• Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and procedural feedback

Required Qualifications

• Electrical or Wind Technician apprenticeship, diploma, or degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

• Demonstrated experience working on LV and HV electrical systems

• HVWP1 City & Guilds certification

Desired Experience & Technical Competence

• Experience leading commissioning or electrical teams offshore (wind, oil & gas, or other marine HV environments)

• Authorised Person (AP) experience within an MV or HV framework

• Proven HV switching experience on 11 kV and 33 kV systems

• Strong understanding of protection systems, electrical safety rules, and commissioning methodologies

• High competence in reading and validating electrical drawings and schematics

• Extensive hands-on experience with electrical testing, measurement, and diagnostic equipment

• Ability to lead technical teams, maintain discipline offshore, and develop technician capability

• Additional relevant certifications (e.g. HV Safety, Electrical Authorisation, Certified Electrical Technician)

Development & Progression

Successful candidates will be developed toward a Commissioning Supervisor OR already be Commissioning Supervisor and looking for your next step:

• Progressive LV/HV commissioning responsibility

• Leadership and behavioural development aligned with GE Vernova standards

• Exposure to full turbine commissioning and handover scope

Why GE Vernova

GE Vernova offers a technically rigorous offshore environment where:

• Safety and procedural compliance are non-negotiable

• Technical excellence and disciplined execution are expected

• Leaders are developed from within

• Teams are empowered to identify risk, challenge unsafe conditions, and improve processes

• Career mapped to defined pay scale + leading benefits package

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position