HV/LV Electrician

OCU; Neath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company leading the UK's energy transition as a qualified HV/LV Electrician. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects across the UK, with ample opportunities for career growth and development. You'll be involved in installing and maintaining high voltage equipment while promoting a safety-first culture. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this dynamic environment is perfect for someone eager to make a national impact. Take your career to new heights and be part of transformational infrastructure projects that power the nation.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Regular overtime

Supportive work environment

Investment in employee development

Qualifications

• Time-served Electrician with relevant certifications.
• Experience with HV installations and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain HV equipment and control panels.
• Deliver electrical fault-finding and compliance work.

Skills

HV equipment installation

Electrical fault-finding

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ and AM2 certification

CompEx certification

EUSR certification

Tools

SCADA systems

Testing equipment

Job description

Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice.

We choose to be successful.

We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.

HV/LV Electrician – Join a Business That Powers Progress

UK-Wide (Travel & Working Away Required) | Competitive Salary + Overtime | Career Growth & Progression

Looking to take your career to the next level with a company that’s shaping the UK’s energy future?

At OCU Group, we don’t just build infrastructure – we build careers. As one of the UK’s leading energy transition and utilities contractors, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and empowering our people to thrive.

We’re currently looking for a qualified HV/LV Electricianto join our growing team. You’ll work on high-profile projects across the UK, with plenty of opportunities to upskill, progress, and earn through regular overtime. This role does involve travel and working away – perfect for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is ready to make a national impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Install and maintain HV equipment (up to 400kV), switchgear, control panels, SCADA, battery chargers & more
• Work on major utility sites (e.g. UKPN, National Grid, SPEN)
• Gland, terminate and test SWA cables, trays, ladders, and containment systems
• Deliver electrical fault-finding, testing and compliance work to industry standards
• Support project teams and promote a safety-first culture
• Interpret technical drawings and carry out installations from start to finish
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Time-served Electrician with NVQ and AM2 (CompEx, EUSR, IPAF, PASMA, Confined Space certs a bonus)
• SSSTS/SMSTS, Emergency First Aid & ideally experience on DNO/IDNO sites
• Knowledge of 11kV installations, substations, and system control (advantageous)
• Great communicator, strong team player, and hands-on problem solver
• Happy to work away on 8–12 week project cycles – with overtime offered regularly
  
  

Why Join OCU?

• We’re a fast-growing business at the forefront of the UK’s energy transition
• Opportunities for career progression, upskilling, and internal mobility
• A company that invests in its people, values collaboration, and leads with integrity
• Be part of transformational infrastructure projects that power the nation
  
  

We’re People First

Even if you don’t tick every box, we want to hear from you. At OCU, we believe in finding the right people – so if you’re motivated, skilled, and looking for a future-focused employer, apply today and take your career to new heights.

Ready to power your future with us?

Apply now and join a business where you can thrive.