Operational Maintenance Technician
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3112 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Siemens Energy is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 5246 (Electrical service and maintenance mechanics and repairers, If the role is more about electrical service and repair), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask Siemens Energy what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3112 Electrical and electronics technicians Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
5241 Electricians and electrical fitters Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
5246 Electrical service and maintenance mechanics and repairers Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
You will be a part of the Operations & Maintenance team at Hunterston HVDC Converter Station, which is an HVDC Interconnector capable of transferring 2250MW of power between Scotland and North Wales.
You will provide customer support through planned and reactive maintenance activities on customer’s assets as per our contractual requirements. Planning and carrying work out efficiently and safely and that all records are kept up to date. Adhering to SHEQ and Siemens Energy processes and procedures continuously.
This is a challenging position and would suit applicants with a solid electrical engineering background, who are prepared to work in a flexible working environment.
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Ensure compliance with Work Specifications, Local Management Instructions, statutory Requirements, and Health & Safety policies.
- Conduct safety monitoring of Siemens Energy and contractor staff as needed.
- Plan and implement maintenance routines for all plant and equipment within the contract scope.
- Develop processes to enhance service quality for customers and ensure a safe working environment through vital documentation.
- Plan daily work, anticipate problems, and maintain high standards of quality and time.
- Investigate and resolve faults, prepare reports, and ensure all maintenance documentation is completed in the Maintenance Management System.
- Preferably possess HNC/HND qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with experience in maintenance environments, industrial sites, or electrical substations.
- Have a good understanding of electrical systems and practical experience with electrical and mechanical installations.
- Capable of working independently and meeting tight deadlines.
- Proficient in IT literacy, including MS Office and MS Project.
Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Our Commitment to Diversity
Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.
Rewards/Benefits
- 37 hour working week. Mon – Thur 08:00 – 16:30, Fri 08:00 – 13:00
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Siemens Energy, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Electrical and electronics technicians (SOC 3112) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~15k in sample- Middle half £29,848–44,928
- Median £35,828
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–35,400
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Siemens Energy holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3112 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.