Why Gofer
At Gofer, we offer a complete temporary power management service, proudly supporting the event, entertainment, commercial, and leisure industries with temporary electrical distribution and super‑silent generators. Our personal and professional service ensures seamless power and technical support for every event, helping our clients deliver flawless experiences.
Company Benefits
* Competitive Salary: from £30,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience), plus on‑call/stand‑by payment. Salary will be subject to experience.
* Holiday: Starting at 20 days, rising to 25 days after 5 years of service, plus 8 bank holidays.
* Employee extras such as a benefits and rewards platform, 2 paid volunteering days, Employee Assistance Programme, pension scheme (employer contributions above government guidelines), access to training, regular CPD opportunities and gym membership discounts.
About the role
As Electrical Engineer/Project Engineer (Event Power / Electrical), you’ll own projects from quote to delivery, supporting clients, colleagues, and subcontractors alike. The role will be based at HQ but a majority of the work is on site, ensuring every event runs safely, on time, and flawlessly. Expect a mix of hands‑on exciting on‑site challenges, technical tasks, warehousing, servicing, and office‑based work. Working hours are a minimum of 37.5 hours per week, with an on‑call/stand‑by rota covering at least 66 mid‑week days and 26 weekend days annually. Standard non‑project days are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm, with flexibility required for events including weekends and evenings.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Install temporary electrical distribution and generators, deliver and collect equipment, and provide on‑site engineering support.
* Provide quotes, organise equipment hire, follow up on enquiries, schedule staff and subcontractors, and coordinate transportation and sub‑rental requirements.
* Maintain, prep and build equipment, ensure stock levels of fuel, parts and consumables, and perform testing, inspection and calibration.
* Service and clean generators and vehicles, maintain logs and records, and manage refuelling.
* Offer technical support, build relationships with clients and network to develop new business opportunities.
* Adhere to BS7909 standards, maintain safe working practices, and support Gofer’s sustainability goals.
* Act as key holder, respond to alarm callouts and out‑of‑hours requirements, and support Directors with any additional responsibilities.
About You
As our Electrical Engineer/Project Engineer (Event Power / Electrical), you bring experience in the electrical or events industry, with knowledge of temporary power, generators and plant equipment. Skills in people management, time management and problem‑solving are essential. A full driving licence is required; forklift, ADR, electrical qualifications and experience with BS7909 standards are desirable. You are reliable, focused, have a strong attention to detail and thrive both independently and as part of a team.
Application
No Recruitment Agencies Please.
If you meet the requirements for the Electrical Engineer/Project Engineer (Event Power / Electrical) role and want to make a difference, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.
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