Controls Engineer

Are you a skilled Control Engineer with HV experience and a passion for safety and precision?

We’re currently hiring a Control Engineer to join the High Voltage Electrical Distribution team in Portsmouth, working on a 24/7 shift pattern in support of one of the UK’s most important defence sites.



Tell me more...

In this role, you’ll manage, configure, and switch the HV network using SCADA systems. You’ll also support HV APs, maintain safety documentation, and respond to outages quickly and safely. It’s a technically varied role in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment – ideal for someone with strong HV knowledge and a proactive attitude.



Salary is £44,310+ 31% uplift, full benefits package.



What do you need?



City & Guilds in Electrical Installations



High Voltage Authorised Person (AP01) training



IOSH Health & Safety qualification



First Aid trained



Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical distribution



SCADA system experience



Strong understanding of ESDR, JSP375 and safe systems of work



Full right to work in the UK



What will you be doing?



HV switching and SCADA operation



Supporting field and coordinating APs



Maintaining safety documentation and ESDR compliance



Managing power outages and restoration



Creating risk and method statements



Assisting with frequency changer maintenance



Contributing to SHE performance and team utilisation



Attending stakeholder meetings and cross-functional discussions



Supporting a safe, compliant and proactive work environment



If you're ready to take your HV expertise into a one-of-a-kind environment, click the APPLY button now for a quick CV review – or call Steph for more information.



Kingdom People is acting within the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their client