Electrical Technician / Skilled Worker at Global Certification & Verification Group (Helsinki, Finland)
Global Certification & Verification Group· Helsinki, Finland·
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Job description
Electrical Technician / Skilled Worker Location: Europe – project-based, on-site Rotation: 3 weeks on, 1 week off
About NorthFox Technologies
NorthFox Technologies delivers specialist commissioning, completions and project delivery services, helping clients transition mission-critical infrastructure from construction to operation. We combine practical engineering expertise with structured project management, technical support and quality assurance to reduce risk and support successful project handover. Join our commissioning teams on major data centre and critical infrastructure projects across Europe.
About the role
As an Electrical Technician / Skilled Worker, you’ll provide practical, hands-on support to Commissioning Engineers and Technicians. You’ll prepare, assemble, install and set up equipment for commissioning and testing, helping the team deliver work safely and efficiently on site. Previous data centre commissioning experience is not essential. You’ll bring practical electrical installation or assembly experience, familiarity with technical site environments and a willingness to develop your knowledge of data centre commissioning.
What you’ll do
Support Commissioning Engineers and Technicians with safe, efficient commissioning and testing activities. Assemble and install electrical equipment in line with drawings, procedures and instructions. Assist with temporary electrical installations, auxiliary equipment, cabling, containment and connections. Prepare and set up equipment for commissioning tests. Use hand and power tools safely. Read and follow basic electrical drawings, schematics and technical instructions. Work alongside electricians, technicians and other skilled trades. Follow site safety procedures, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), and permit requirements. Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safe working. Respond promptly to the commissioning team’s instructions and coordinate your assigned tasks with other site activities.
What you’ll bring
At least 2 years’ experience in construction, electrical installation, engineering or another technical site-based environment. Practical, hands-on electrical installation or assembly experience. A basic understanding of electrical equipment and safe electrical working practices. Experience using hand and power tools safely. The ability to understand and follow basic electrical drawings and technical instructions. A good understanding of site safety, personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe systems of work. Confidence working as part of a multidisciplinary site team. Good working English to understand safety briefings, instructions and site documentation. Willingness to travel internationally and work project-based rotations, including 3 weeks on and 1 week off. Desirable experience Experience in any of the following is advantageous, but not essential: Data centres or other mission-critical environments. Commissioning or testing. Temporary electrical installations or temporary power. Generators and load banks. Switchgear. UPS systems. Industrial or manufacturing facilities. Utilities or power infrastructure. Supporting electrical testing or commissioning teams.
Your background could include any of the following roles, provided you meet the essential experience and skills above: Electrical Mate Electrical Improver Skilled Electrical Labourer Electrical Assembly Technician Installation Operative General Operative with electrical experience Junior Electrical Technician Electrical Construction Operative
Develop your experience Build your technical knowledge and practical experience on major international data centre projects. You’ll work alongside experienced commissioning professionals and gain exposure to specialist testing and commissioning activities.
To apply for this position, you must hold an Irish or EU Passport and have the flexibility to work 3 weeks on 1 week off and travel around Europe.
Why work at Global Certification & Verification Group
- Culture: Certified as a Great Place to Work UK (2026) linkedin.com. The group emphasises collaboration, trust, and transparency, with a founding principle of independence.
- Work model: The founding entity operates with a small central team; roles are predominantly on-site at client locations (data centres, substations) across the UK (London, Newcastle), Europe (Brussels, Milan), and the UAE (Abu Dhabi). Remote/hybrid options are not currently indicated.
- Notable perks: 50% of the central team are C-level or director-level, offering exposure to strategic growth. Engineers will work on high-impact mission-critical projects for the world’s largest digital infrastructure operators.