Substation Electrician 110/400 kV

Henkilöstöliiga Pirkanmaa Oy; Tampere; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursements

Dedicated HR contact

Job summary

Henkilöstöliiga Pirkanmaa Oy is seeking a traveling electrician to work on 110/400 kV substations across Finland. The role is mobile and project-based, with duties varying by education and experience, from entry level to senior HV expertise.

Typical work includes installation, maintenance, cabling and high-voltage component handling, with travel across Finland and a supporting team to guide on-site tasks. Training and qualifications such as SFS 6002 are valued.

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical training and safety awareness.
• Ability to read electrical drawings according to your level.
• Proficient Finnish language skills.
• B driving license readiness for traveling to varying project sites in Finland.

Responsibilities

• Construction, renovation and maintenance of 110/400 kV substations across Finland.
• Installation and maintenance of substation equipment and HV components.
• Cabling, wiring, testing, fault-finding and commissioning as experience allows.
• Work under guidance for junior roles; senior installers provide support as needed.

Job description

Job description

We are seeking for a traveling electrician for our client to work on 110/400 kV substation construction, renovation and maintenance projects across Finland. The job is a mobile project-based position. The employment contract is with Henkilöstöliiga. We are looking for candidates with varying levels of experience: you may be at the start of your electrical career or an experienced 110/400 kV substation electrician. Your duties and responsibilities will be determined by your education, practical experience and technical skills.

ASSISTANT

You have suitable electrical training, but limited or no experience with electrical stations or high voltage. You will work under the guidance of more experienced installers and participate in cabling, installation and maintenance work.

SKILLED

You have practical experience with electrical stations or high voltage work. You are able to perform primary and/or secondary side installations, cabling and terminations independently according to your skills and task.

COMPETENT

You have strong and verifiable hands-on experience with 110 kV and/or 400 kV substations. You master demanding installation, maintenance and fault-finding tasks and can act as a senior technical support member of the team when needed.

Your skill level is defined by your previous substation or high voltage experience. You may apply to assistant roles even without 110/400 kV substation experience if you have relevant training. For a competent installer, we require verifiable practical experience at 110 kV and/or 400 kV substations.

Typical duties include:

• Construction and renovation of 110/400 kV substations
• Installation and maintenance of substation equipment
• Installation and maintenance of disconnectors, isolators and measuring transformers
• Installation of busbars and other high-voltage components
• Primary and secondary side installations
• Cabling, marking and wiring work
• Using electrical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Measurements, testing, fault-finding and commissioning as per experience
• Inspection of work phases and documentation

What we expect from applicants:

• Relevant electrical training
• Good control of electrical safety and responsible work attitude
• Ability to read electrical drawings according to your level
• B driving license readiness for traveling and varying project sites in Finland
• Practical skills corresponding to the level of the tasks
• Proficient Finnish language skills

Current SFS 6002 training and the Occupational Safety Card are mandatory for the role. Additional certificates and qualifications such as a track work card, first aid training and road safety training are considered an advantage. Training, cards and qualifications required for work and projects are checked before moving to the site.

What we offer:

The opportunity to work on Finland’s critical electricity network infrastructure and demanding 110/400 kV substation projects. You will gain experience in building, renovating and maintaining substations and with increasing experience also more demanding measurements, fault finding, testing and commissioning tasks. The goal is to develop your skills and advance your career as you gain experience.

Salary is determined by the level of the role, skills, experience and the applicable collective agreement.

Indicative pay scales:

• Assistant: 15–17 €/h
• Skilled: 18–20 €/h
• Competent: 20–23 €/h+

In addition, traveling reimbursements are paid according to the applicable collective agreement. Henkilöstöliiga guarantees reliable payroll services and provides a dedicated HR contact for the duration of the employment.

About Henkilöstöliiga:

Henkilöstöliiga is one of the strongest staffing companies in southern Finland. Our hundreds of employees span manufacturing, logistics, real estate and hospitality sectors, as well as office and service roles. We are an active expert company with the aim of ensuring our employees enjoy their work. Henkilöstöliiga is a member of HELA and we insure our staff through LähiTapiola for accidents with Mehiläinen providing occupational health care.

Check all open jobs here: https://henkilostoliiga.fi/avoimet-tyopaikat/