High Voltage Electrical Fitter
About the Role:
* As a High Voltage Electrical Fitter, you'll be responsible for the installation, assembly, and maintenance of HV equipment on Substations and Grid-connected sites, typically operating at voltages between LV and 400kV.
* You’ll work on a variety of Projects, including Grid Connections, Battery Energy Storage Schemes, Solar Farm Developments, and Private Industrial HV Networks.
Duties will include:
* Installing Switchgear, Transformers, Circuit Breakers, Isolators, and Electrical M&E Installations.
* Terminating and glanding of HV and LV Cables
* Performing Site Preparation, Earthing, and Bonding works
* Assisting with Testing and Commissioning alongside our SAPs and Commissioning Engineers
* Reading and interpreting Technical Drawings and Wiring Diagrams
* Ensuring all work is completed safely and to relevant standards
Essential Qualifications & Certifications:
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation / Engineering
* ECS/CSCS/CCNSG/EUSR Card
* 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
* Manual Handling, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness, and Working at Height (current or willing to obtain)
* MEWP/IPAF or PASMA certification (desirable)
* Confined Spaces Training (desirable)
* Full UK driving licence
Required Experience & Expertise:
* 3+ Years’ experience in HV Electrical Fitting or similar role
* Comfortable working on LIVE Substations and HV Installations (LV to 400kV)
* Able to work with minimal supervision and to strict safety procedures
* Familiar with Cable Jointing, Glanding, Containment Systems, and Control Wiring (advantageous)
* Experience with DNO/IDNO/ICP and / or Private HV Installations
* Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail