EHV Fitter

UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Green travel schemes

Discounted gym membership

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd in Colchester is seeking an EHV Fitter to install, construct and maintain equipment up to 132kV as part of the Capital Programme. You will apply practical electrical skills to support major network upgrades that keep the electricity supply safe and reliable.

Based in Colchester, you’ll join a safety‑focused team, benefit from a 3% bonus, 25 days’ leave, a generous pension and development opportunities to grow your authorisations and competencies within a

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical installation or construction.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings.
• Safety-focused team player.

Responsibilities

• Install, construct and maintain equipment and plant up to 132kV across the EPN region.
• Work within the Capital Programme to support major investments.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver safe, reliable network upgrades.

Skills

Electrical installation

Construction

Interpreting drawings

Job description

EHV Fitter - Colchester

Join UK Power Networks as an EHV Fitter and help deliver vital infrastructure projects that keep our electricity network safe, reliable and ready for the future. Based within our Capital Programme team in Colchester, you'll work on the installation, construction and maintenance of equipment and plant up to and including 132kV across the EPN region. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with electrical installation or construction experience who wants to develop their career working on major investment projects, supporting the delivery of critical network upgrades that serve millions of customers.

We're looking for a safety-focused team player with strong practical skills, experience interpreting electrical drawings and a willingness to develop new competencies and authorisations. In return, you'll receive a salary of £41,031, a 3% bonus, 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme and access to a wide range of benefits including green travel schemes, discounted gym membership and professional development opportunities. Whether you already have experience working on HV or EHV systems or are looking to build your expertise within a leading network operator, this role offers the chance to work on challenging projects while developing a long-term career with UK Power Networks