Electrician/ Fitter

Ipsum Group; Milnthorpe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company in the UK’s evolving utility sector, where you can make a real difference to local communities. This role involves the installation of electrical equipment and working on SPEN substations, requiring a qualified electrician with a proactive approach and a commitment to safety. With a focus on personal development, the company offers opportunities to acquire diverse skills and gain valuable experience. Be part of a team that delivers essential services 24/7, and enjoy a range of benefits including flexible working and employee discounts. This is your chance to contribute to a vital industry while advancing your career.

Benefits

Access to 24/7 virtual GP

Cycle to Work

Option to purchase additional holiday

Employee Discount Scheme

Social Committees

Life Assurance Cover

Flexible Working

Long Service Awards

Volunteer Opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician with 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Experience in electrical installations and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical equipment from LV to 132kV.
• Work on SPEN substations and install protection panels.

Skills

Ambitious

Proactive work ethic

Safety conscious

Ability to learn new skills

Teamwork

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Qualified electrician – 18th Edition BS 7671 Wiring Regulations

2391 inspection and testing

Current JIB Card

Tools

Electrical equipment installation

Protection panel installation and wiring

Multi-core cabling installation

Containment for electrical systems

Job description

This will involve you being responsible for working on projects for SPEN - Manweb.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Carry out installation of electrical equipment from LV to 132kV.
• Carry out installation of LV boards, power and lighting.
• Working on the SPEN substations.
• Protection panel installation and wiring.
• Install multi-core cabling.
• Install containment for electrical systems.

About You:

Desirable Qualifications [& Professional Membership(s)]:

• Qualified electrician – 18th Edition BS 7671 Wiring Regulations.
• 2391 inspection and testing (preferred).
• Must be time served and hold a current JIB Card.
• An understanding of Electrical Power System.
• Previous experience working on a DNO network/ HV private networks preferred but not essential (Training provided).

Skills & Personal Qualities:

• Ambitious.
• Ability to work proactively on your own or in a team.
• Safety conscious.
• Ability to learn new skills.
• Ensure work is to a high standard when working on client sites.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Your New Company: The UK’s utility sector is ever evolving and expanding to meet increasing customer requirements. At Ipsum, our vision is to be the leading customer service-focused provider of specialist utility and infrastructure solutions, operating on both public and private networks. We are looking for someone passionate about the industry and supporting our teams in delivering essential services 4/7/365, making a real difference to local people and communities.

At Ipsum, we are committed to supporting and developing our people to achieve their full potential. As a fast-growing and ambitious business, we offer opportunities to acquire a wide range of skills and gain broad and varied experience to help you progress in your career. Our investment in our people enhances our expertise and flexibility, enabling us to deliver the highest standard of service to our customers.

Access to 24/7 virtual GP.

Tax-Efficient Benefits via Salary Exchange (Salary Sacrifice):

• Cycle to Work
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday per year
• Employee Discount Scheme: Discounts on hundreds of retailers, including supermarkets, mobile phone/broadband providers, gym memberships, and more.
• Social Committees: Established local social committees with a calendar of regular social events.
• Life Assurance Cover.
• Flexible Working.
• Long Service Awards.
• Volunteer Opportunities: Opportunities to volunteer and make a difference through local community projects and initiatives.

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