Cable Jointer (Shift) - LV/HV up to 33kV + Benefits

UK Power Networks; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reservist Leave

Pension Plan

Tenancy Loan Deposit

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work

Home & Tech

Green Car Leasing

Occupational Health

Switched On discount

Gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

UK Power Networks is seeking a Jointer (shifted) to work in the Borehamwood area as a permanent employee reporting to the field staff supervisor. The role covers connections, diversions and fault repair work to keep the network operating safely and reliably.

You will manage LV faults, domestic connections, and contractor diversions up to 33kV, ensuring safety, timely delivery and efficient use of materials. A strong focus on risk assessment and safe working practices is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cable jointer.
• City & Guilds 2339 (formerly 2322) or equivalent.
• HAUC (NRSWA) qualification as a supervisor and operative.
• Flexibility and able to work in a team environment.
• Ability to problem solve in a practical way.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Must have a clean driving licence.
• Understanding operational and 1:500 diagrams.
• Faults Experience.

Responsibilities

• Location and restoration of faults on the LV underground Network.
• Domestic connection of new/altered housing supplies and reinforcements.
• Connection of diversions both HV/LV for developers or Local Authorities up to 33KV.
• Responsibility for all aspects of Safety, Health and Environment in this role.
• Delivery of the job to time and guaranteed service levels.
• Efficient use of materials.
• Completion of work to the correct specification.
• To perform risk assessments and maintain safe working practices.
• Immediate management of Craft Attendant.
• Use of appropriate IT equipment including TDR, LV Faults sniffer and FFE equipment
• Supervision of excavating teams.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Quality focus

People skills

Education

City & Guilds 2339

HAUC supervisor/operative

Job description

UK Power Networks is seeking a Jointer (shifted) to work in the Borehamwood area as a permanent employee reporting to the field staff supervisor. The role covers connections, diversions and fault repair work to keep the network operating safely and reliably.

You will manage LV faults, domestic connections, and contractor diversions up to 33kV, ensuring safety, timely delivery and efficient use of materials. A strong focus on risk assessment and safe working practices is required.