Position: Marine Electrician – HV Installations
Job ID: 3466/1
Location: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Rate/Salary: £30 p/h (Outside IR35 Plus Accommodation)
Type: Contract 2 Months, Potential Extension
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.
The below job description will outline this position of: Marine Electrician – HV Installations
Typically, this person will work as part of a specialised marine electrical installation team, responsible for the installation, testing, and commissioning of high-voltage (HV) systems onboard marine vessels. The role requires a strong knowledge of marine electrical safety standards, HV protocols, and hands-on experience with electrical schematics and test procedures.
HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business entity.
Duties and responsibilities of the Marine Electrician – HV Installations:
Carry out the installation, termination, and testing of HV marine electrical systems (6.6kV/11kV).
Read and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical installation drawings.
Perform cable routing, glanding, and HV jointing in compliance with marine practices.
Conduct insulation resistance and HV pressure testing with certified test equipment.
Complete necessary documentation including permits to work, installation records, and test certificates.
Ensure adherence to marine safety protocols, including confined space entry and HV LOTO procedures.
Communicate effectively with engineers, supervisors, and safety personnel on-site.
Qualifications and requirements for the Marine Electrician – HV Installations:
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent time-served apprenticeship.
HV Qualified in the UK (e.g. AP or SAP certification).
Minimum 5 years’ experience in HV marine, offshore, or shipbuilding electrical environments.
Valid ECS/JIB Gold Card or equivalent industry-recognised competency card.
Strong understanding of marine electrical systems and classification society standards.
Ability to interpret complex electrical drawings and deliver high-quality, compliant work.
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical, who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role
