Fitter/Jointer's Mate EHV Cables

All applications will be reviewed after the closing date

We Also Provide The Following Additional Benefits

• 22 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
• Reservist Leave – Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid
• Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
• Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan
• Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes
• Occupational Health support
• Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme

Nature and Scope

• Work as part of a team carrying out the full range of duties associated with the inspection, maintenance and repair of fluid filled cable systems operating at voltages up to and including 132kV.
• You may be required to work at any location within the UK Power Networks operational area, however, the role will primarily support the EPN region and report to the EPN Senior Project Manager.
• This position has been classified as a Specified Role and is therefore subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, in accordance with UK Power Networks Alcohol and Drugs Policy, and DBS check.

Principal Accountabilities

• Take responsibility for all aspects of Safety, Health and Environmental compliance relevant to the role
• Comply with all UK Power Networks Distribution Safety Rules, policies and procedures, maintaining high standards of workmanship at all times
• Ensure safe use of equipment and PPE in line with health & safety procedures and network standards.
• Carry out Point of Work Risk Assessments and actively promote a strong safety culture
• Identify, report and escalate hazards or defects that cannot be immediately rectified through the appropriate reporting channels
• Undertake the inspection, maintenance and repair of EHV pressurised cable systems up to and including 132kV under supervision.
• Carry out fault location, diagnosis and repair activities on EHV pressurised cable systems up to and including 132kV under supervision.
• Communicate effectively with Network Control and participate in standby duties to maintain network security
• Utilise handheld IT devices to receive work instructions and accurately record asset and operational data
• Act as an ambassador for UK Power Networks by delivering a professional and high standard of customer service
• The successful candidate must also be prepared to study to obtain a City & Guilds 2339 (formally 2322) qualification and be prepared to undertake training to become a craftsman Fitter/Jointer on fluid filled cable systems

Essential Skills

• Educated to at least GCSE level C (English / Mathematics) or equivalent.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Knowledge of fluid filled cable systems.
• A flexible approach to out-of-hours working and emergency response duties.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Practical problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions under pressure.
• A good driving record

If the successful candidate does not currently possess the full range of skills and competencies required for the role, a training and development plan will be put in place. This plan will outline the skills to be achieved and the expected timescales for achievement, with pay progression linked to the successful completion of the agreed objectives.

Desirable

• City & Guilds Part 232/2339, ONC, or an equivalent electrical/electronic engineering qualification
• Experience in electrical, hydraulic or mechanical fitting activities.
• Demonstrate experience of working on Pressurised Cable Systems
• Cable Jointing experience at 132kV
• Demonstrable experience working on electricity distribution networks, with a sound understanding of network operations
• NRSWA qualification (Supervisor or Operative) or equivalent.
• UK Power Networks Sub Station Entry Competency
• UK Power Networks competency Jointing Works on or near UG HV System
• HGV licence
• Confined Space training

Personal Skills

• Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and compliance.
• Shows enthusiasm for learning and developing new skills and techniques.
• Adopts a flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Maintains a positive attitude and high professional standards when working under pressure.

You will also receive ongoing training and development opportunities to support your continued professional growth within UK Power Networks.

Please Note: Internal candidates are eligible to apply for internal positions once they have successfully completed any contractual probationary period.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment.

Employees will ensure they fully understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly, where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and particularly where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied.

Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used.

If in doubt, ask!

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If you meet the essential criteria and believe your skills, experience or transferable strengths could make you a great fit for the role, we’d love to hear from you. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to help.

We may use AI-enabled tools to support elements of our recruitment process. These tools help us manage applications more efficiently and consistently, but they do not make hiring decisions. All recruitment decisions are made by trained employees using human judgement and oversight. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly and transparently, in line with our legal, regulatory and ethical obligations.

Your data will be hosted within a secure environment and will only be used by UK Power Networks for the purpose of which it is intended. The data is used only as an input to provide insights for the screening process and is not retained by the model or by UK Power Networks’ contractor, shared with the contractor’s other customers or with OpenAI, or used to train or improve AI models.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Where applicable, this role is subject to safer recruitment processes and robust pre‑employment checks

If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at ***email_hidden*** quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.