EC&I Team Leader
Galloway Hydros, Dumfries & Galloway
Permanent, full time
£54,338 + bonus & benefits
Closing date: Monday 25th August 2025
Are you an experienced Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Technician looking for your next career step? Do you want to be part of our purpose – to enable a zero carbon, lower cost energy future?
We now have an opportunity for an EC&I Team Leader to join Drax at Galloway Hydros.
Who We Are
We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.
You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.
About The Role
The EC&I Maintenance Team is responsible for all aspects of maintenance and testing of EC&I equipment at Galloway Hydros. As EC&I Team Leader, you’ll lead a small team of technicians to carry out both routine inspections, preventative, and corrective maintenance on hydro-electric generating plant and associated equipment.
You’ll be expected to manage, lead and direct others and self to work reliably and effectively with minimum supervision while adhering to procedures, codes of practice, and safe systems of work; including Statutory Regulations and the Generation Safety Rules.
Key to this role, is awareness and management of risk coupled with a sound ability to evaluate operational priorities; these are skills which are essential to ensuring that the sites key performance metrics of high availability and incident free operation continue to be met.
Who We’re Looking For
This role requires the ability to work at height, in confined spaces, over water courses and outdoors in all weather conditions.. You’ll need to hold a valid driving licence, and be able to participate in a standby roster to provide response to call outs where necessary.
You’ll have a background as an EC&I Technician having followed an approved apprentice training programme.. A HNC in a relevant engineering discipline is desirable..
You’ll need to have extensive experience in the maintenance of electrical rotating plant, HL & LV switchgear and instrument and control systems. Additionally, you’ll need the ability to understand technical documents.
Good knowledge and understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation is key for this role.
You’ll also need strong communication and team working skills, with the ability to lead a small team. Previous experience as a people leader would be beneficial.
Rewards And Benefits
As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle:
- Salary of £54,338 per annum
- Discretionary bonus based on company performance
- Pension scheme
- Private Health Insurance
We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.
Together, we make it happen.
At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here .
How To Apply
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