Electrical Fitter

UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Pension contributions

Employee discounts

A range of other benefits

Job summary

UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd. is seeking an experienced Electrical Fitter to join the Network Operations team in West Ham.

You will work across Grid, Primary and Distribution substations, handling 230V to 132kV equipment, performing installation, testing, maintenance and fault-finding. The role requires a Level 2 electrical qualification and an approved electrical fitting apprenticeship, plus a clean driving licence and solid health and safety knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 electrical qualification and completed an approved apprenticeship in Electrical Fitting, Cable Jointing or Electrical Installation.
• Clean driving licence and strong practical problem-solving skills are essential.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, maintain and fault-find on electrical plant, equipment and cables from 230V to 132kV.
• Support and supervise contractors and colleagues while maintaining high safety standards.

Skills

Driving licence

Problem-solving

Health & Safety awareness

Education

Level 2 electrical qualification

Electrical Fitting apprenticeship

18th Edition training

MEWP training

PASMA training

SMSTS training

Confined space training

Job description

Electrical Fitter | West Ham

£45,858 + Inner London Allowance + 3% bonus + excellent benefits

We're looking for an experienced Electrical Fitter to join our Network Operations team at West Ham. You'll work on a wide range of electrical equipment across Grid, Primary and Distribution substations, covering voltages from 230V through to 132kV. Your work will include installing, testing, maintaining and fault-finding on plant, equipment and cables, as well as supporting and supervising contractors and colleagues while maintaining high safety standards.

You'll ideally have a relevant Level 2 electrical qualification and have completed an approved apprenticeship in Electrical Fitting, Cable Jointing or Electrical Installation. You'll also need a clean driving licence, strong practical problem-solving skills and a good understanding of Health & Safety. Previous DNO or HV network experience would be a real advantage, along with qualifications such as 18th Edition, MEWP, PASMA, SMSTS or confined space training.

This is a permanent opportunity

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• pension contributions
• employee discounts
• a range of other benefits