Energy Recruitment in the South East
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Energy recruitment in the South East covers offshore wind bases at Ramsgate and Newhaven, power stations on the Thames and the Solent, fusion research in Oxfordshire and solar, heat pump and electrical work across the region. It is also our home region. We recruit technicians, electricians, HV engineers and installers, with qualifications and references checked first.
Energy Jobs in the South East: How We Help
Why the South East Has So Much Energy Work
The South East has offshore wind farms off Kent and Sussex, gas and refinery sites on the Thames and Southampton Water, and world-leading fusion research at Culham in Oxfordshire. It also has more homes than any other region, which means a big market for solar, batteries and heat pumps.
We are based in Polegate, East Sussex, so we know this region well. Energy recruitment in the South East covers everything from a single installer to a full offshore team.
Offshore wind
Wind farm operators and ports need technicians, HV engineers and marine staff.
- Wind turbine technicians
- HV engineers
- Marine coordinators
- Blade technicians
- Operations managers
Power and research
Power stations, refineries and research sites need engineers and technicians.
- Electrical engineers
- Mechanical engineers
- Control and instrument technicians
- Research engineers
- Maintenance planners
Solar and electrical
Installers and contractors need solar installers, electricians and heat pump engineers.
- Solar PV installers
- Commercial electricians
- Heat pump engineers
- Battery installers
- Electrical supervisors
South East Energy Employers and Sites
These energy employers and sites show the kind of work that shapes energy recruitment in the South East. They are not our clients unless we say so.
London Array, Ramsgate
A large offshore wind farm in the Thames Estuary run from Ramsgate.
Rampion, Newhaven
An offshore wind farm off Sussex run from Newhaven by RWE.
Fawley Refinery, Hampshire
A large oil refinery on Southampton Water.
UKAEA, Culham
Fusion energy research in Oxfordshire.
Didcot B, Oxfordshire
A gas-fired power station run by RWE.
Dungeness, Kent
Nuclear power stations being decommissioned on the Kent coast.
Energy Recruitment in the South East: Choose Your County
Each county has its own industries, towns and training routes. Pick yours to see local energy jobs and how we recruit there.
Kent
Offshore wind at Ramsgate, power on the Isle of Grain and nuclear clean-up at Dungeness.
East Sussex
Offshore wind at Newhaven and solar and heat pump work. Our home county.
Hampshire
Refining at Fawley, power at Marchwood and a big electrical market.
Isle of Wight
Solar, heat pumps and electrical work on the island.
Berkshire
Data centres in Slough and energy company offices in Reading.
Buckinghamshire
Electrical, solar and EV charging work around Milton Keynes.
Oxfordshire
Fusion research at Culham, energy science at Harwell and power at Didcot.
Energy Jobs in the South East by Role
Open a role to see what we recruit for across the South East.
Solar PV installation
Solar PV installers, solar electricians, roofers and surveyors for homes, businesses and solar farms across the South East. Solar PV installer jobs.
Heat pumps
Heat pump engineers, installers and heating designers for renewable heating work. Heat pump engineer jobs.
Battery storage
Solar battery installers, battery electricians and commissioning engineers. Battery storage jobs.
Commercial electrical
Commercial, industrial and maintenance electricians, approved electricians and supervisors. Commercial electrician jobs.
Grid and substations
Substation engineers, HV engineers, cable jointers and protection specialists. Substation engineer jobs.
Wind and renewables
Wind turbine technicians, HV engineers and project managers for renewable energy companies. Renewable energy jobs.
More Energy Jobs in the South East
Our lead sectors are a starting point. Our energy recruitment in the South East covers site, technical and office roles.
Smart Meters
Smart meter, dual fuel and electric meter engineers. Smart meter engineer recruitment.
Energy Management
Energy managers, analysts, assessors and retrofit coordinators. Energy manager recruitment.
Electricians
Commercial and industrial electricians and supervisors. Electrician recruitment.
Heat Pumps
Heat pump engineers, installers and designers. Heat pump recruitment.
Battery Storage
Battery installers and commissioning engineers. Battery storage recruitment.
Where South East Energy Staff Train
The University of Southampton, the University of Portsmouth, Oxford Brookes University, the University of Surrey and the University of Brighton train engineers, while colleges across the region run electrical, heating and renewable courses.
- University of Southampton
- University of Portsmouth
- Oxford Brookes University
- University of Surrey
- University of Brighton
- Local FE colleges
Live Energy Jobs in the South East
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How Our Energy Recruitment in the South East Works
Free consultation
We talk through your site anywhere in the South East, free of charge, before we advertise.
Skills checks
We confirm electrical qualifications, cards, authorisations and right to work before you see a CV.
Recent references
We speak to recent supervisors and managers about reliability, safety and quality of work.
Shortlist and aftercare
Two or three vetted candidates, with check-ins at 30, 60 and 90 days.
Why Choose Bernoullis for Energy Recruitment in the South East
Consultants who know energy
We talk to you about your sites, systems and the skills your work relies on, not just job titles, so the people we send fit the role.
Skills and references checked
Every candidate has their qualifications, cards, right to work and recent references checked before you meet them.
Flexible pricing
Choose a subscription or a traditional fee. Every plan includes one 60-day guarantee.
Whether you need one electrician or a whole installation team, our energy recruitment in the South East is built around your sites and your projects. Book a free consultation.
Hiring in the South East: What to Plan For
Housing costs matter
Living costs are high. Be clear about pay and travel.
Installers are busy
Solar and heat pump installers have plenty of work. Move quickly.
Offshore training adds time
Wind roles need safety and medical training. We check it.
These points shape every energy recruitment in the South East brief we take on. Talk to us about your site.
Finding Energy Jobs in the South East
Energy jobs in the South East include offshore wind, power and research sites, and solar, heat pump and electrical work. We help technicians, electricians, engineers and installers find roles that fit their skills and travel.
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Bernoullis is a specialist recruiter based in Polegate, East Sussex. Skills, tickets and references come first, so every shortlist is built around the work in front of you, from a single electrician to a full project team.
Energy Recruitment in the South East: FAQs
Which counties do you cover for energy recruitment in the South East?
All of them, including Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. Each county has its own page with local towns, industry and live jobs.
Do you recruit for energy jobs in Southampton?
Yes. We recruit electricians, engineers and installers for energy employers around Southampton.
Do you cover energy jobs in Oxford?
Yes. We recruit for research, power and electrical employers around Oxford.
Do you check qualifications and cards?
Yes. We confirm electrical qualifications, site cards, HV authorisations and training records where a role needs them, check right to work and take up recent references before anyone starts.
Can you help with contract and project roles in the South East?
Yes. Energy recruitment in the South East is not just permanent hires. We also recruit contract engineers, outage and commissioning cover, and extra installers for busy seasons.
Do job seekers pay you?
No. Our service is always free for candidates.
How quickly can you fill an energy role?
It depends on the role, the skills it needs and the location. We agree a realistic timeline at the briefing and tell you honestly if a search will take longer.
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