Substation Electrician

TN United Kingdom; Penrith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in the North West is seeking a Substation Electrician to join their Civils team in Penrith. The role involves maintenance and inspection of electrical installations in high voltage substations, ensuring safety and quality. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and a range of benefits including a market-leading pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days annual leave increasing with length of service

Employee rewards portal offering discounts

Market-leading contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Completion of electrician apprenticeship or similar.
• Experience working as an electrician.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and inspection of Electrical Installations in High Voltage Substations.
• Installation and testing of wiring systems/circuits.

Skills

Electrical Installation

Safety Standby

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ qualifications

Job description

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We’re champions of the North West and we’re proud that it’s our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.

A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West’s electricity network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.

We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.

Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.

Our Civils team has a fantastic opportunity for a Substation Electrician to join them working across the Lakes, based in Penrith.

Our role

As a Substation Electrician you will be responsible for the maintenance and inspection of Electrical Installations in ENWL High Voltage Substations.

This will entail both the installation and testing of wiring systems/circuits in our substations.

In addition to the above duties, you will also be trained to undertake:

• Safety standby in our substations to permit contractors etc. to perform duties under your supervision;
• Visual inspection of LV feeder pillars & cable link boxes;
• Electrical installation quality inspection & testing.

What we’re looking for

• Completion of electrician apprenticeship or similar;
• City & Guilds or NVQ qualifications in a relevant subject;
• Experience working as an electrician;
• A valid driver's license.

What we’re offering

As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:

• 26 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Our people are important to us and we’re passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We’re striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit highly skilled workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. For us, embracing our differences is what makes us stronger.

Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at [emailprotected] or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2)

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.