Electrical Fitter: Grid Substation & Field Construction

Alternative Networks (now part of Daisy Group); Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave

Reservist Leave – Additional 18 days

Personal Pension Plan - employer/ins.

Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme

Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, Green Car

Occupational Health support

Discounts: Switched On scheme

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

UK Power Networks in London West Ham is seeking a skilled Electrical Fitter to join the Network Operations team. You will work in a permanent role reporting to the Project Engineer, carrying out duties across Grid, Primary and Distribution works at voltages from 230V to 132kV.

You will install, test and fault-find plant and cables, supervise contractor work, and uphold strict health and safety standards while using IT tools to coordinate tasks.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds certificates or equivalent required.
• Experience in construction, commercial or industrial environments.
• Completed an approved Apprenticeship in Electrical Fitting, Cable Jointing or Electrical Installation.
• Clean driving licence required.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Install and test grid, primary and distribution plant, equipment and cables.
• Locate faults and repair grid, primary and distribution networks.
• Supervise UK Power Networks contractors.
• Ensure staff follow safety standards and promote a strong safety culture.
• Use IT equipment.
• Supervise construction/maintenance staff in their working party.

Skills

Construction experience

Teamwork

Problem solving

Health & safety awareness

Education

City and Guilds 2339 – Level 2 Certificate in Electrical Power Engineering

City and Guilds 2365 – Level 2 Certificate in Electrotechnical Craft

Completed an approved Apprenticeship in Electrical Fitting

ECS Installation Electrical Card/EUSR SHEA Power

Job description

UK Power Networks in London West Ham is seeking a skilled Electrical Fitter to join the Network Operations team. You will work in a permanent role reporting to the Project Engineer, carrying out duties across Grid, Primary and Distribution works at voltages from 230V to 132kV.

You will install, test and fault-find plant and cables, supervise contractor work, and uphold strict health and safety standards while using IT tools to coordinate tasks.