Electrical Improver

TN United Kingdom; Neath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is shaping the future of energy and infrastructure as an Electrical Improver. This role offers a dynamic work environment with travel opportunities across the UK, allowing you to engage in exciting projects while developing your skills. You'll work alongside experienced professionals and top-tier clients, contributing to national projects that are pivotal to the UK's energy transition. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, this role provides a platform for growth and impact in a supportive culture that values integrity and development.

Benefits

Travel Opportunities

Career Growth

Supportive Work Environment

Work with Experienced Professionals

Qualifications

• Experience in an electrical improver role or relevant industry knowledge.
• Understanding of safe systems of work within substations.

Responsibilities

• Installing and maintaining cable containment systems.
• Control panel wiring and electrical fault-finding.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.

Skills

Electrical Improver Experience

Safe Systems of Work

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Education

Relevant Certifications (EUSR, Confined Space, IPAF, PASMA)

Tools

Electrical Tools

Job description

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Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice.

We choose to be successful.

We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.

Electrical Improver

Competitive salary (overtime available)

Neath, South Wales (with travel to sites across the UK)

Full UK Travel Required | Open to All Levels | Huge Growth Opportunities

Are you ready to kickstart or elevate your electrical career with a company that’s building the future of infrastructure and energy?

At OCU Group, we’re looking for an ambitious, hands-on Electrical Improver to join our fast-growing team based in Neath, South Wales. This role isn’t your typical 9–5 — it’s your chance to get stuck into exciting projects across the UK, so the ability and willingness to travel is essential.

Whether you’re experienced in industrial environments like UKPN, National Grid, SPEN, or just starting out in your journey and eager to learn — we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Installing and maintaining cable containment systems (tray, ladder etc.)
• Gladding, terminating & testing SWA cables
• Control panel wiring and electrical fault-finding
• Supporting HV/LV installations & maintenance
• Working closely with engineers and project teams to deliver excellence
• Promoting and maintaining a strong health & safety culture
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics
• Supporting national projects — travel is part of the adventure!

What We’re Looking For

We’re open on experience — if you’re reliable, eager to grow, and love solving problems, we’re listening. Some skills that would help you hit the ground running:

• Experience in an electrical improver role or relevant industry knowledge
• Understanding of safe systems of work within substations
• Confidence using tools, interpreting drawings, and working independently or as part of a team
• Relevant certs like EUSR, Confined Space, IPAF, PASMA are a bonus
• Any DNO or HV experience? That’s a big plus!

Why Join OCU Group?

We’re not just another contractor — we’re on a mission to lead the UK’s energy transition. With backing from private equity and exciting projects ahead, there’s huge opportunity for you to grow your skills, career, and impact here.

• Work with experienced professionals & top-tier clients
• Be part of a business closing in on a £1 billion turnover
• A people-first culture that values integrity, growth, and delivery

Don’t Have Every Requirement?

That’s okay! If you're excited about the role and feel you’d thrive at OCU, we still want to hear from you. We’re all about potential, passion, and a positive attitude.

Be part of the UK’s energy evolution. Grow with us. Travel with us. Build the future with us.

Apply today and let’s power what’s next — together.