Job Description
Job Location:  Woolpit
Salary:  Starting from £33,084
Contract type:  Permanent
Posting End Date:  19/08/2025

 

At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years. 

We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best – ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.

GTC, part of the BUUK Infrastructure Group, are looking for Control Engineer who would like to help us reach our mission to “earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service”.

Purpose of this role

Manage the safe, effective operation of the distribution network. To provide a rapid response to faults, ensuring customer disruption is kept to a minimum. To ensure records are kept up to date as required.

Your key responsibilities are

Confirm all documentation required for operational work is completed, recorded and submitted correctly and on time.

Manage all electrical connections work requiring Operational Control of GTC’s networks.

Confirm all documentation required for operational work is completed correctly.

Undertake Technical and Safety Audits.

Health & safety incident investigation and reporting where required.

Instruction of contractors and direct staff with the installing, operating and/or repairing of the Electricity network and associated equipment.

Liaison with representatives of other DNO’s undertaking connection and fault works.

Act as officer in charge during an Electric interruption.

Undertake Standby Duties.

Any other duties as required by the Control Manager.

Qualifications

City and Guilds Level 2 qualification in associated engineering subject.

Current CSCS card.

Experience/Knowledge

Experience of electrical distribution network.

Knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Abilities/Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to work both collaboratively and as part of a team.

Ability to use Microsoft Office programmes or equivalent.

Desirable

HNC in associated subject.

Member of Engineering Institution to Eng Tech Level.

IOSH managing safely certificate.

Experience in design, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance electrical distribution systems.

Experience in Electricity Control Network environment and operations.

Ability to identify process improvements.

Ability to manage own time.

Ability to work self-efficiently.

Conditions of Employment

You will be required to participate in a standby rota
You will hold a driving licence

What can you expect from us

At least the cost of living pay increase every year

Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%

33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax)

Hybrid working for eligible roles

Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations

 

BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.

Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.

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