Service Technician - Electrical

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

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Service Technician - Electrical, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client:

Jigsaw Business Group

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

9

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Location: North East UK with UK travel and overnight stays as required

Job Overview: As a Service Technician, you will be responsible for delivering comprehensive warranty and service support for photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Reporting directly to the Jigsaw Support Services (JSS) line manager, you will conduct a wide range of activities, from on-site inspections and maintenance to customer interaction and equipment handling. This role involves travel, hands-on equipment management, and adherence to high standards in safety and operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning and Operations

• Attend weekly planning meetings to forecast workload, budget allocation, and route optimization for upcoming customer visits.
• Organize and load required equipment into the van before travel; unload and perform housekeeping duties in the warehouse upon return.
• Securely store all equipment in the vehicle, ensuring it is well-maintained and prepared for travel (fuel, oil, water levels, etc.).
• Verify Goods in Transit documentation and maintain a clean and orderly vehicle.

Site Work

• Confirm site-specific Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMS) and ensure site safe isolation.
• Use the Jigsawsafe mobile application (in-house software; training provided) to complete job tasks, record job data, and manage job status in real-time.
• Coordinate with any sub-contractors on-site, ensuring they follow JSS policies and safety standards.
• Communicate with inverter/equipment suppliers on-site to verify system operability and troubleshoot issues if necessary.
• Confirm customer satisfaction before leaving the site, ensuring the site is left as found and requesting feedback through the mobile app.

Office-Based Activities

• When in the office, support customer calls to discuss and plan future activities, and update job completion data in required data sheets.
• Assist with receiving deliveries, recording goods in the warehouse, and maintaining organized stock.
• Other tasks as assigned by the line manager, both in-office and on-site.

Driving and Safety Compliance

• Drive vehicles safely and in compliance with UK/local traffic regulations.
• Conduct tasks at heights working on roofs, scaffolding, and within confined spaces, such as attics, adhering to Health and Safety guidelines.
• Maintain awareness of safety protocols and report any potential safety issues to the line manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Driving License: Full UK license with under 6 penalty points (necessary for van insurance).
• Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit and able to work at heights and in confined spaces; colour vision clarity is essential.
• Electrical Qualification: Advantageous but not essential as full training will be given.