Electrical Fitter: Substation & Grid Construction Expert

UK Power Networks; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reservist Leave – 18 days

Personal Pension Plan

Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work

Home & Tech

Green Car Leasing

Occupational Health support

Switched On discounts

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

UK Power Networks in West Ham (London) seeks an Electrical Fitter in Network Operations to support substation construction and grid works up to 132 kV, reporting to the Project Engineer. You will be part of a team, carrying out the full range of duties with safety at the forefront.

The role requires an approved electrical apprenticeship, City & Guilds qualifications, and valid ECS/EUSR cards. A clean driving licence is essential; benefits include generous pension, medicals, and career

Qualifications

• City and Guilds Level 2 certificates in electrical power engineering or electrotechnical craft are preferred.
• Experience in commercial or industrial environments is required.
• Completed an approved apprenticeship in Electrical Fitting, Cable Jointing or Electrical Installation.
• ECS Installation Electrical Card/EUSR SHEA Power or equivalent is needed.
• Flexible and able to work in a team environment.
• Ability to problem solve in a practical way and work under pressure.
• Must have a clean driving licence.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and Environmental Legislation.

Responsibilities

• Install and test plant, apparatus and cables for Grid, Primary and Distribution networks.
• Fault location and repair of Grid, Primary and Distribution equipment.
• Supervise work undertaken by UK Power Networks contractors.
• Ensure staff comply with DSR and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Use IT equipment.
• Supervise construction/maintenance staff within the working party.

Skills

Power eng cert

Industrial environments

Electrical fitting apprenticeship

ECS/EUSR SHEA Power

Team player

Clean driving licence

H&S awareness

Flexible mindset

Education

City & Guilds 2339 L2

City & Guilds 2365 L2

Job description

UK Power Networks in West Ham (London) seeks an Electrical Fitter in Network Operations to support substation construction and grid works up to 132 kV, reporting to the Project Engineer. You will be part of a team, carrying out the full range of duties with safety at the forefront.

The role requires an approved electrical apprenticeship, City & Guilds qualifications, and valid ECS/EUSR cards. A clean driving licence is essential; benefits include generous pension, medicals, and career