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Technician – Mechanical and Electrical Opportunities
Full time, Fixed Term Contract
Cruachan Power Station, Dalmally
Career level 6
Fixed term until 31 December 2025
Salary £45,531
Closing date: Monday 7th July 2025
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.
About
Technician – Mechanical and Electrical Opportunities
Full time, Fixed Term Contract
Cruachan Power Station, Dalmally
Career level 6
Fixed term until 31 December 2025
Salary £45,531
Closing date: Monday 7th July 2025
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 team 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
We are looking for 1x Mechanical Technician and 1x Electrical Technician to join our Cruachan Power Station Team on a Fixed Term Contract up until 31 December 2025.
As a Technician, you’ll be responsible for Operations, Maintenance and Testing of all Hydro Plant and Apparatus. You’ll support the Team Leader / Production Engineer with routine plant operations and inspection and maintenance of the sites systems. This is to ensure that plant meets all statutory and legislative requirements and remains efficient and reliable to maximise opportunities for commercial running.
Other Duties In This Role Include
* Operating the Hydro Generating Plant, including plant start-up and shutdowns, routine plant inspections and general operational tasks
* Providing technical support to the Cruachan 3 and 4 Upgrade Project, including commissioning activity
* Conducting routine and corrective maintenance, fault finding, operations, inspection, installation, testing and commissioning of mechanical plant
* Assisting engineering teams in the processes for plant improvement and project delivery process
* Undertaking the role of Competent Person, and Authorised Person under the Safety Rules
* Undertaking and participating in safety, environmental and quality standards inspections and audits
Who We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role you’ll need to be a time served Mechanical or Electrical craftsperson having followed an approved apprentice training programme. You’ll also have an ONC/ HNC or equivalent in a mechanical or electrical discipline.
You’ll have industrial experience in plant operations and maintenance within a multi-disciplinary team. Additionally, you’ll demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Health, Safety & Environmental Legislation.
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. If successful in this role, you’ll get:
* Private Healthcare
* Personal accident cover
* Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%
* Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
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.
Talk to us about flexible working!
How To Apply
Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.
If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.
We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email
If you’re an internal candidate It’s important to speak with your current line manager about your career development and any internal role you’re applying for.
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* Dunoon, Scotland
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Languages
* English
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
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Technology, Information and Internet
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