Adult Trainee Jointer

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Slough; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle later in the programme

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

SSEN Distribution, part of the SSE group, seeks a Trainee Cable Jointer to maintain and upgrade the underground electricity network. This is a hands-on, outdoor role with training, delivering a structured programme over 18–24 months and a salary progression path.

You will join a team responsible for jointing, installing, and repairing cables, with safety as a core value and opportunities to earn through overtime. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused with ability to build relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Good hand skills using hand tools and fixing meters to boards.
• Thirst for knowledge, quick learner, and team player.
• Strong emphasis on Health & Safety and following safety motto.
• Proactive and flexible, plans and delivers high-quality work with safety in mind.

Responsibilities

• Preparing cables and carrying out jointing and terminations.
• Assisting on LV and HV networks (415V–33kV).
• Supporting excavation, installation, and repair works and refurbishment of substation equipment.
• Working safely and promoting a safety-first culture.
• Delivering excellent customer service during planned and emergency work.

Tools

Jointing equipment

PPE

Job description

Base Location: West London, Slough, Theale, Oxford, Swindon, Melksham, Andover

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | 37 Hours Per Week

Salary and progression

• Starting salary: £30,684
• On completion of programme: £38,153
• Once fully qualified: circa £55,000 OTE (including overtime and standby payments)

About The Role

As a Trainee Cable Jointer, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and upgrading the underground electricity network that powers homes and businesses across our communities. This is a hands‑on, physically demanding role, working outdoors in all weather conditions. You’ll be part of a team installing, jointing, and repairing cables, responding to both planned works and emergency faults to ensure a safe and reliable electricity supply.

During your Jointer training programme, you’ll have the opportunity to build on your existing skills and experiences gained in other industries. The training offers a mix of technical, academic and on the job training which is provided by our dedicated training school. Our programme enables you to earn while you learn, whilst also gaining vital experience and skills as you study towards a nationally recognised qualification.

The programme can take 18 to 24 months depending on your personal capabilities and is centred on an initial course at our training school followed by buddying with an experienced cable jointing team where you will build a portfolio of work which will allow you to gain authorisations to work on the network.

What You’ll Get

• Fully funded training to become a qualified Cable Jointer (training typically lasts around 18-24 months)
• Structured salary progression linked to your skills development and authorisations
• All tools and PPE provided
• Opportunities to earn additional income through overtime and standby
• Access to a flexible benefits package supporting your finances, wellbeing, and family life
• A company vehicle provided towards the end of the programme (typically around 3 months before Trade Test completion)
• Career stability and on-going progression opportunities
• A skills-based pay matrix so your salary increases as you develop your skills

Before You Apply – What To Expect

This is a structured training programme where you’ll gain a nationally recognised qualification while building practical, on the job experience.

To Succeed, You’ll Need To

• Attend all mandatory training – annual leave cannot be taken during the following dates:
  • Jointing Course Part 1: 30/11/26 to 05/02/27
  • Jointing Course Part 2: 04/05/27 to 25/06/27
• Have reliable daily access to your own transport throughout the trainee programme
• Be flexible and able to travel to Thatcham Training Centre and other regional locations (daily travel required; accommodation not provided for regional training). The role may involve overnight stays and emergency response work
• Commit to completing your training portfolio within 18–24 months
• Accept a training repayment clause if leaving within 3 years of qualification

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing cables and carrying out jointing and terminations
• Assisting on LV (415V–1000V) and HV (11kV–33kV) networks
• Supporting excavation, installation, and repair works and assisting with maintenance and refurbishment of substation equipment
• Working safely and promoting a strong safety‑first culture
• Delivering excellent customer service during planned and emergency work

What You’ll Need

• Be customer‑focused with a natural ability to build relationships with customers, stakeholders and members of the public
• Hand skills – routinely stripping meter tails, using hand tools and fixing meters to boards.
• You’ll have a thirst for knowledge and training, and be able to pick up new skills quickly, working with others within a team to achieve common goals and adjusting your behaviour to reflect the diversity of our workforce and customer base.
• Have a strong focus on Health & Safety and will adhere to our company motto “if it's not safe, we don't do it.”
• Proactive and flexible approach, effectively planning and using initiative to ensure the right equipment is in place, adapting to change, and consistently delivering high-quality work with strict adherence to Health & Safety standards A full UK driving licence

Find Out More – See the Role in Action

• Your Career Sorted: Life as a Jointer at SSEN (link required)
• Your Career Sorted: Journey into Cable Jointing at SSEN (link required)

About Our Business

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] / 01738 341814 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete pre-employment screening including a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.